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Bananarama won 'Best Group' at the Smash Hits Poll Winners Party.

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Bananarama won 'Best Group' for the second consecutive year at the Smash Hits Poll Winners Party.

Bananarama won 'Best Group' for the third consecutive year at the Smash Hits Poll Winners Party.

Bananarama were nominated for a Brit Award for 'Best British Group'.

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Bananarama were honored with the 'Outstanding Contribution to Music' award at the Glamour Awards.

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Bananarama received the 'Outstanding Contribution to Music' award at the NME Awards.

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Bananarama were presented with the 'Legend Award' at the Global Awards.

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Bananarama, the iconic British all-female pop group, burst onto the music scene in 1981. Formed by childhood friends Siobhan Fahey, Keren Woodward, and Sarah Dallin in London, the trio quickly became synonymous with catchy, upbeat pop anthems and distinctive fashion. 

Their early career was marked by a string of successful singles, including "Aie A Mwana" and "Shy Boy." However, it was their 1983 cover of Steam's "Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye" that catapulted them to international fame, reaching number one in the UK and becoming a global hit. This success was followed by their debut album, "Deep Sea Skiving." 

Throughout the 1980s, Bananarama consistently produced hit singles and albums, solidifying their status as pop royalty. Notable hits include "Cruel Summer" (1983), "Robert De Niro's Waiting..." (1984), and "Venus" (1986), a cover of The Shocking Blue's 1969 hit which became their only US Billboard Hot 100 number-one single. Their distinct sound, often characterized by synthesized beats and strong vocal harmonies, drew influences from pop, rock, and dance music.

Bananarama's career has seen several lineup changes, most notably Siobhan Fahey's departure in 1988, replaced by Jacqui Sullivan, and later, Nicola Roberts. Despite these shifts, the core members Keren Woodward and Sarah Dallin, along with various other members over the years, have continued to perform and record. 

The group achieved significant commercial success, with multiple top 10 hits in the UK and worldwide. They have released numerous studio albums, including "Bananarama" (1983), "True Confessions" (1986), and "Pop Life" (1991), showcasing their evolution within the pop genre. Their music has been characterized by its infectious energy and relatable themes, often exploring relationships and empowerment.

Bananarama's enduring legacy is cemented by their numerous awards, chart successes, and their pioneering role as one of the most successful girl groups in history. Their impact on the pop landscape continues to be felt, inspiring subsequent generations of artists.

Bananarama is a British all-female pop group formed in London in 1981 by Siobhan Fahey, Keren Woodward, and Sarah Dallin. They achieved international fame with hits like "Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye" and "Venus," alongside numerous UK Top 10 singles. Known for their upbeat pop sound and enduring presence, they have released multiple albums and navigated lineup changes throughout their successful career, establishing themselves as one of the most iconic girl groups in music history.

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Bananarama are a British female pop group formed in 1981, originally consisting of Sara Dallin, Keren Woodward, and Siobhan Fahey. Known for their catchy hooks and harmonies, they became one of the most successful girl groups of the 1980s, scoring hits like Cruel Summer and Venus.

↓ LYRICS ↓

Last night I was dreaming
I was locked in a prison cell
When I woke up I was screaming
Calling out your name (whoa)

And the judge and the jury
They all put the blame on me (the blame on me)
They wanna tell from my story
They want to hear my plea

Only you can set me free
'Cause I'm guilty (guilty)
Guilty as a girl can be
Come on baby, can't you see
I stand accused
Of love in the first degree

(Guilty) Of love in the first degree

Someday I'm believing
You will come to my rescue
Unchain my heart, you'll keep him
Let me start a new (you)

The hours passed so slowly
Since they've thrown away the key (away the key)
Can't you see that I'm lonely
Won't you help me please

Only you can set me free
'Cause I'm guilty (guilty)
Guilty as a girl can be
Come on baby, can't you see
I stand accused
Of love in the first degree

(Guilty) Of Love in the first degree

(Guilty)
Of Love

(Guilty)
Of Love in

(Guilty) Of Love

(Guilty) Of Love in

(Guilty)
Of love in the first degree

And the judge and the jury
They all put the blame on me
They wanna tell from my story
They wanna hear my plea

Only you can set me free
'Cause I'm guilty (Guilty)
As a girl can be
Come on baby, can't you see
I stand accused
Of love in the first degree

#Bananarama #LoveInTheFirstDegree #GreatestHits

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Bananarama are a British female pop group formed in 1981, originally consisting of Sara Dallin, Keren Woodward, and Siobhan Fahey. They became one of the most successful girl groups of the 1980s, scoring hits like 'Cruel Summer' and 'Venus'.

↓ LYRICS ↓

Hot summer streets and the pavements are burning, I sit around
Trying to smile, but the air is so heavy and dry

Strange voices are saying (What did they say?)
Things I can't understand
It's too close for comfort, this heat has got right out of hand

It's a cruel (Cruel), cruel summer
Leaving me here on my own
It's a cruel (It's a cruel), cruel summer
Now you're gone

The city is crowded, my friends are away and I'm on my own
It's too hot to handle so I got to get up and go

It's a cruel (Cruel), cruel summer
Leaving me here on my own
It's a cruel (It's a cruel), cruel summer
Now you're gone

You're not the only one

It's a cruel (Cruel), cruel summer
(Leaving me) Leaving me here on my own
It's a cruel (It's a cruel), cruel summer
Now you're gone

It's a cruel, cruel summer
Leaving me here on my own
It's a cruel, cruel summer
Now you're gone

You're not the only one

It's a cruel (Cruel), cruel summer
(Leaving me) Leaving me here on my own
It's a cruel (It's a cruel), cruel summer
Now you're gone

You're not the only one

It's a cruel (Cruel), cruel summer
(Leaving me) Leaving me here on my own
It's a cruel (It's a cruel), cruel summer

#Bananarama #CruelSummer

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Bananarama are a British female pop group formed in 1981, originally consisting of Sara Dallin, Keren Woodward, and Siobhan Fahey. Known for their catchy hooks and harmonies, they became one of the most successful girl groups of the 1980s, scoring hits like Cruel Summer and Venus.

↓ LYRICS ↓

Goddess on the mountain top
Burning like a silver flame
The summit of beauty and love
And Venus was her name

She's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it
I'm your Venus, I'm your fire
At your desire
Well, I'm your Venus, I'm your fire
At your desire

Her weapons were her crystal eyes
Making every man mad
Black as the dark night she was
Got what no one else had
Wow!

She's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it
I'm your Venus, I'm your fire
At your desire
Well, I'm your Venus, I'm your fire
At your desire

She's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it
I'm your Venus, I'm your fire
At your desire
Well, I'm your Venus, I'm your fire
At your desire

Goddess on the mountain top
Burning like a silver flame
The summit of beauty and love
And Venus was her name
Wow!

She's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it
I'm your Venus, I'm your fire
At your desire
Well, I'm your Venus, I'm your fire
At your desire

(Venus was her name)

Yeah, baby, she's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it
Yeah, baby, she's got it

#Bananarama #Venus #TrueConfessions

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Aie a Mwana (Music Video)

It Ain't What You Do It's the Way That You Do It (Music Video)

Really Saying Something (Music Video)

Shy Boy (Music Video)

Cheers Then (Music Video)

Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye (Music Video)

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Rough Justice (Music Video)

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Venus (Music Video)

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A Trick of the Night (Music Video)

I Heard a Rumour (Music Video)

Love in the First Degree (Music Video)

I Can't Help It (Music Video)

I Want You Back (Music Video)

Love, Truth and Honesty (Music Video)

Nathan Jones (Music Video)

Help! (Music Video)

Cruel Summer '89 (Music Video)

Only Your Love (Music Video)

Preacher Man (Music Video)

Long Train Running (Music Video)

Tripping on Your Love (Music Video)

Movin' On (Music Video)

Last Thing on My Mind (Music Video)

More, More, More (Music Video)

Every Shade of Blue (Music Video)

Take Me to Your Heart (Music Video)

Careless Whisper (Music Video)

Move in My Direction (Music Video)

Look on the Floor (Hypnotic Tango) (Music Video)

Love Comes (Music Video)

Love Don't Live Here (Music Video)

Stuff Like That (Music Video)

Looking for Someone (Music Video)

Favourite (Music Video)

Forever Young (Music Video)

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Bananarama is a British pop girl group formed in 1981. The original lineup consisted of childhood friends Siobhan Fahey, Keren Woodward, and Sarah Dallin.

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One of their earliest hits, a catchy and youthful pop song.

Shy Boy

A cover of The Shirelles' classic, given a synth-pop treatment.

Baby It's You

A synth-pop anthem that captures the feeling of summer romance and its inevitable end.

Cruel Summer

An energetic track with a strong vocal performance, representing their early sound.

Movin' On

A high-energy cover of the 1969 Steam song, it became a global hit.

Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye

A vibrant and upbeat song that highlights their signature pop sensibilities.

Ring Out the Bell

An energetic and anthemic track that became an early signature song.

Wild Life

A mid-tempo pop song that references the iconic actor, becoming one of their signature tracks.

Robert De Niro's Waiting...

A dramatic and atmospheric synth-pop track showcasing their evolving sound.

A Trick of the Night

A cover of the 1969 Shocking Blue song, Bananarama's version became a massive international hit.

Venus

A classic 80s dance-pop song with a driving beat and infectious melody.

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