single · February 1, 1984
Robert De Niro's Waiting…
London Records (Because Ltd)See this day
synth-popdance-popnew wave
This 1984 single from Bananarama features a then-topical spoken-word intro by an actor and became a significant hit for the group.
- The single features a spoken-word introduction by actor John Gielgud, though he is uncredited.
- "Robert De Niro's Waiting…" reached number 3 on the UK Singles Chart.
- The song was originally recorded by a different group, The Kalimas, but Bananarama's version became the hit.
Bananarama is a British pop group formed in London in 1980. They were known for their catchy synth-pop sound and distinctive visual style. In February 1984, Bananarama released the single "Robert De Niro's Waiting…", a track that would become one of their signature songs.
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