Asian in the 80's: Turning Japanese by The Vapors
"Turning Japanese" by British pop band The Vapors was a big hit in 1980, relying on the "oriental riff" -- an instantly recognizable musical shorthand for Western ears. The riff is found in several hits of the 70's and 80's - can you spot it? We discuss!
Original video - "Turning Japanese" by the Vapors: https://vimeo.com/284449766
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