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"" (often spelled "Iko Iko") is a classic French-Canadian country-pop interpretation of a traditional New Orleans Mardi Gras song, performed by the renowned Quebecois singer Patrick Norman . Song Background and History
: Norman released his version, often titled " Aiko-Aiko et moi ," in 1979 as a 7" vinyl single under JMI Records. aiko_aiko_par_patrick_norman
While the original song refers to the —where "Iko Iko" was a victory chant and "Jock-A-Mo" was a battle cry—Patrick Norman's version became a beloved staple of the Quebecois music scene . It has been featured on numerous "Best Of" compilations, such as the Les Grands Succès album released in 1996 and 2007.
: His rendition blends the song's rhythmic New Orleans roots with a distinctive Canadian Country and Chanson flair. Meaning and Lyrics Les Grands Succes De Patrick Norman - Album by
: The lyrics include playful imagery such as a small dog in a suitcase, an orangutan eating cherries in a church, and a mouse in a white cheese crossing the ocean.
: The song originated as " Jock-A-Mo ," written and recorded in 1953 by James "Sugar Boy" Crawford. It became a global hit in 1965 when covered by the girl group The Dixie Cups . "" (often spelled "Iko Iko") is a classic
: The famous chorus—" En parlant d'Anna, Aiko-Aiko et moi / Jacomo Fino me l'a dit "—is a phonetic adaptation of the original New Orleans chants. Cultural Significance