“The Lion Sleeps Tonight,” originally titled “Mbube,” was written by Solomon Linda and first recorded by him and his group, the Evening Birds, in 1939. The Tokens’ 1961 version became a major hit, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song gained renewed popularity when it was featured in Disney’s 1994 film “The Lion King,” introducing it to a new generation. | Rememberthe60s

The Lion Sleeps Tonight: one song’s journey from 1930s South Africa to Disney money-spinner

Robert John - The Lion Sleeps Tonight (Wimoweh) (Mbube) / Janet