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Comedian Recalls Hit Song with Music Icon
5 Oct
Summary
- Harry Enfield's 'Loadsamoney' hit number four in 1988.
- William Orbit, later Madonna's producer, produced the song.
- Orbit died aged 69 in July, with his early hit overlooked.
In 1988, comedian Harry Enfield recorded a novelty pop song as his character, Loadsamoney. The single, 'Loadsamoney (Doin' Up The House),' achieved significant success, climbing to number four on the UK charts.
Behind the scenes, the song was produced by William Orbit, who used the alias Billy Beat. Years later, Orbit would rise to international fame, producing hits for major artists such as Madonna, Prince, and U2. Enfield recalled Orbit's simple production method: 'just shout all your phrases into a microphone.'
Orbit, who passed away at the age of 69 in July, was celebrated for his extensive contributions to music, earning multiple Grammy Awards. However, Enfield humorously pointed out that one of Orbit's earliest chart successes, the Loadsamoney single, was often overlooked in tributes following his death.
