Rasputin Lyrics by Boney M.

Rasputin Lyrics by Boney M.

“Rasputin” is a song by Germany-based pop and Euro disco group Boney M. It was released on 28 August 1978 as the second single from their third studio album Nightflight to Venus (1978). Written by the group’s creator Frank Farian, along with George Reyam and Fred Jay, it is a song about Grigori Rasputin, a friend and advisor of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia and his family during the early 20th century. The song describes Rasputin as a playboy, mystical healer, and political manipulator.

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Desert Rose Lyrics by Sting

Desert Rose Lyrics by Sting

“Desert Rose” is a song by British musician Sting featuring Cheb Mami from his album Brand New Day (1999). According to Sting, the lyrics have to do with “lost love and longing”. Riding a wave of pre-9/11 interest in Latin and Arabic cultures, the song peaked at No. 2 in Canada, No. 3 in Switzerland, No. 4 in Italy, No. 15 in the UK, and No. 17 in the US. The song is noted for Sting’s duet performance with Algerian raï singer Mami.

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Dreadlock Holiday Lyrics by 10CC

Dreadlock Holiday Lyrics by 10CC

“Dreadlock Holiday” is a reggae song by 10cc. Written by Eric Stewart and Graham Gouldman, it was the lead single from the band’s 1978 album, Bloody Tourists. It became the group’s third and final number one hit in the UK Singles Chart, and final top 10 hit, spending a single week at the top in September 1978. The single also topped the charts in New Zealand and The Netherlands, reached Number 2 in Ireland and Australia, and peaked at number 44 on the US Billboard Hot 100.

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