A Finnish Language Parody of ‘Y.M.C.A.’ From 1979

Lori Dorn
January 7, 2021

In a clip from a 1979 television show, the Finnish band Gregorius performed an amusing parody of the then-popular Village People song “Y.M.C.A.” translated as “NMKY” in their native language. Rather than the varied costumes worn by the song originators, the Finnish group wore basketball attire.

“YMCA” cover live on a parody TV show in Finland 1979. Background dancers by Jari Samulin Dance Group

Thanks Chip Beale!

Lori Dorn

Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.