Superman (Pepe Luis Soto song)

"Superman" is a 1977 novelty song written by Pepe Luis Soto and performed by Celi Bee and the Buzzy Bunch. Soto wrote the song which coincided with the release of the film of the same name. The single came from the album, Celi Bee and the Buzzy Bunch and was released on TK Records. The song became a disco hit, and along with the track, " One Love" peaked at number three on the disco chart.[1] On other US charts, "Superman" went to #86 on the soul charts and #41 on the Hot 100.[2]

Cover versions

  • In 1979, Herbie Mann recorded the song which peaked at #63 on the soul chart and #26 on the Hot 100.[3]

References

  1. Whitburn, Joel (2004). Hot Dance/Disco: 1974-2003. Record Research. p. 54.
  2. Whitburn, Joel (2004). Top R&B/Hip-Hop Singles: 1942-2004. Record Research. p. 108.
  3. Whitburn, Joel (2004). Top R&B/Hip-Hop Singles: 1942-2004. Record Research. p. 375.


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