EPISODE · Apr 26, 2026 · 40 MIN
Kung Fu Fighting – This Song Makes No Sense
from 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die · host The 1001 Podcast Network
Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! Everybody was kung fu fighting… apparently.This week on 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die, we break down the 1974 global hit Kung Fu Fighting by Carl Douglas — a song that somehow took over the world after being thrown together in about ten minutes.We get into: How this became one of the best-selling singles of all time The bizarre story behind its recording Lyrics that… really haven’t aged well And why does everyone in this song seem to be involved in one massive kung fu brawl Plus, we settle the important question: Could you actually survive a fight against Carl Douglas in his prime?Short answer… probably not.New episodes every week.Think you know music?Every Friday, Tower Of Music puts your music knowledge to the test.Guess the artists. Spot the clues. Beat the hosts.Play along and see if you can make it to the top of the tower.New episodes every Friday on YouTube.Search 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die and subscribe now. Please tell your mates about the podcast and jump on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and give us a 5-star review!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEBlessington Support the podcast when you buy a Blessington watch! Use the promo code “1001songs” at checkout. DUBBYDUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Ghetto Bird StudioGhetto Bird Studio, a recording studio that pumps out big sounds. Located just south of WollongongDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew
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Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! Everybody was kung fu fighting… apparently. This week on 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die, we break down the 1974 global hit Kung Fu Fighting by Carl Douglas — a song that somehow took over the world after being thrown together in about ten minutes. We get into: How this became one of the best-selling singles of all time The bizarre story behind its recording Lyrics that… really hav...
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