You've been to the dancing shows You've seen how the rumba goes What rhythm, fascinating rhythm Havana brings news to you They've just introduced a new sensation A dancing creation They call him Cuban Pete He's the king of the rumba beat When he plays the maracas he goes Chick-chicky-boom Chick-chicky-boom Yes sir, he's Cuban Pete He's the craze of his native street When he plays the maracas he goes Chick-chicky-boom Chick-chicky-boom The senoritas they sing And how they swing with his sombrero He's very nice, so full of spice And to the music they bring A happy ring, never a care-o Singing a song, all the day long Hey, hey, for Cuban Pete He's the king of the rumba beat When he plays the maracas he goes Chick-chicky-boom Chick-chicky-boom