Spaghetti Bolognaise and More Songs for Little Kids facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Spaghetti Bolognaise |
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Released | June 28, 1985 | |||
Recorded | 1984−85 | |||
Genre | Children's music | |||
Label | ABC Music | |||
Producer | Peter Combe | |||
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Spaghetti Bolognaise and More Songs for Little Kids, often called simply Spaghetti Bolognaise, is a super popular music album by the Australian children's musician Peter Combe. It was his third studio album, which means it was recorded in a professional studio. The album came out in June 1985 and quickly became a favorite for kids and families. It even sold so many copies that it was certified platinum in Australia by May 1993!
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About the Album: Spaghetti Bolognaise
Spaghetti Bolognaise is one of Peter Combe's most famous albums. It's filled with catchy songs that are fun to sing along to. Peter Combe is known for writing songs that make kids laugh, think, and sometimes even learn. This album is a great example of his creative and playful style.
Why is it so popular?
The songs on Spaghetti Bolognaise are very memorable. They often tell funny stories or describe everyday things in a new way. For example, the title track, "Spaghetti Bolognaise," is all about the joys of eating this yummy pasta dish. Other songs, like "Mr. Clicketty Cane," have silly characters and sounds that kids love to imitate.
Fun Songs on the Album
This album has a lot of fantastic songs. Here's a list of the tracks you can find on Spaghetti Bolognaise:
Side A Songs
- "Spaghetti Bolognaise" – A super fun song about food!
- "Jellybean Road"
- "Mr. Clicketty Cane" – A very popular and silly song.
- "When You're Feeling Crook"
- "Rain"
- "1 2 3 4 5"
- "Parcel in the Post"
- "Yes Please"
- "I Just Love Bananas"
- "Down in the Bathroom"
- "In the Summertime"
Side B Songs
- "Phone Calls Daddy"
- "Nutrition Blues"
- "Mary"
- "Tom"
- "Thingth I Thay"
- "Exterminate"
- "Little Doggy"
- "The Three Little Pigs"
- "Sometimes I Feel"
- "All My Silkworms"
- "It's So Hot Today"
- "O Little One"
All these songs were written, arranged, and produced by Peter Combe himself. This means he was in charge of everything from writing the music to making sure it sounded great on the album!
Album Success and Awards
Spaghetti Bolognaise was a huge success in Australia. It sold a lot of copies, which led to it getting a special award called "platinum certification."
What is Platinum Certification?
When an album gets "platinum certification," it means it has sold a very large number of copies. For albums in Australia, selling 70,000 copies earns a platinum award! This shows just how many people loved and bought Spaghetti Bolognaise.
Region | Certification | Sales |
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Australia (ARIA) | Platinum | 70,000^ |
^shipments figures based on certification alone |