The "Black Eyed Peas" version of "Misirlou" (i.e. snatches of the tune, with them rapping "Pump It!" over the top) was just playing on the radio, which prompted me to Google for the origins of what I always thought was a relatively modern (i.e. 1950's/60's) classic.
The Wikipedia entry reveals a longer history and (IMHO) fascinating history.
(which explains why the Bazouki player at a Greek Restuarant I frequented in Brum used to break out into this tune on a regular basis).
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