Listen closely to the percussion; Burke’s relentless, high-energy drumming gives the sugary melody a frantic, rock-and-roll heart.
One of the most famous aspects of Blondie's version is the improvised French verse. Blondie - Denis (Official Music Video)
The song was produced by Richard Gottehrer, who actually co-wrote "My Boyfriend's Back." He knew exactly how to take that 60s "wall of sound" and sharpen it for the neon-lit 70s. Listen closely to the percussion
To make the song their own, Harry added a verse in French. from No Doubt to Miley Cyrus
Countless artists, from No Doubt to Miley Cyrus, have cited this specific era of Blondie as a primary influence on their visual and musical identity. 🎹 Fun Fact