Top Of The World (Olé, Olé, Olé) Lyrics
Chumbawamba
Lyrics
Words on a postcards from far way
Spoke of a time long ago
Laughed ourselves draft on that saturday
I'm a taxi driver
I'm a postal worker
I'm an office cleaner
I'm a striking docker
I'm a ballet dancer
I'm a Zapatista
I'm a pop singer
I'm a winner
I'm a winner, baby
I'm a winner, baby
Ole, Ole, Ole, Ole
Top of the world
I'm on top of the world
I'm a brick player
I'm an ex-miner
I'm a single mother
I'm a bus driver
I'm a print worker
I'm a winner
I'm a winner, baby
I'm a winner, baby
Ole, Ole, Ole, Ole
Top of the world
I'm on top of the world
Words on a postcards from far way
Spoke of a time long ago
Laughed ourselves draft on that saturday
Singning Here We Go
Ole, Ole, Ole, Ole
Top of the world
I'm on top of the world
Song & Lyrics Facts
Chumbawamba's "Top of the World (Olé, Olé, Olé)" was released in 1997 as part of the band's fourth studio album Tubthumper. The song was written by Danbert Nobacon and Alice Nutter from Chumbawamba, with additional writing credits to Lou Watts and Boff Whalley.
It is a mix of punk rock and ska music, featuring lyrics about celebrating life and being thankful for what one has. The chorus includes the repeated phrase “olé olé olé” which became a popular chant at sporting events around the world. The song peaked at number 23 on the UK Singles Chart and its accompanying music video featured the band members performing alongside various animals. The song remains popular today and its catchy tune and empowering lyrics make it a staple of any Chumbawamba fan's playlist.