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Billy Ocean

4 years

Billy's new studio album 'One World' is available everywhere now. Turn it up! Listen and buy here: Relax, enjoy, and let us know what you think!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

Billy's hitting the road next year with a brand new headline UK tour and album! Tickets go on general sale Friday 6th December at 10am, but you can get early pre-sale access by pre-ordering the new album right now:

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

1 year

My heart is overflowing with gratitude. A massive thank you to everyone for all my birthday wishes and blessings. Had a lovely evening with my family at Hutong in the Shard. Fantastic food and service as always! One love #birthdayblessings #oneyearyounger #partyfortheyear

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

Happy Birthday to Me and to everyone who shares this date with me! Lovely family meal last night @dishoom Kensington. Food and service amazing as always! One love and blessings! #itsmybirthday #69yrsyoung #happyearthday

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

8 years

Amazing time on @jimmyfallon @FallonTonight thank you for having me! Also big up @theroots .

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

6 years

Happy Birthday to Me! One love x

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

1 year

On this day in 2019 - it is announced that Billy will be appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2020 New Year Honours, for services to music.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

6 years

I can never forget the first time I heard the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin singing 'Say a Little Prayer', I thought it was the greatest record I ever heard at that stage in my life.She will be the greatest singing Angel in heaven! May her soul and spirit rest in peace. One love

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

6 years

Merry Christmas to you all! One love x

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

8 years

Contrary to the horrible and untrue rumours circulating this week, Billy is very much alive and well.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

7 years

Feeling truly blessed to be 67 years young! Thank you for all my birthday messages. I had a fantastic day with the family. One love x

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

8 years

Tune into @jimmyfallon tonight! Don't miss it!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

Happy Xmas Everyone. It's been a tough year. But you know what they say about when the going gets tough...

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

One love and blessings for 2019! #billyoceanlive #Billyocean2019

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

6 years

Last night in Ireland! We had a grand time! Now for a pint of Guinness after a great evening at work! #billyocean #billyocean2018 #corkoperahouse

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

I am performing my new track on All Round To Mrs Brown’s TONIGHT and if you are lucky I might give you a bit of a classic too! Make sure you tune in, it is a brilliant show! @BBCOne @HungryBearMedia @MrsBrownsBoys #ARTMB (don't forget the album is now released on Sept. 4th)

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

Tune into @thismorning TODAY from 10:00AM with @hollywills and @Schofe to see Billy perform ‘Suddenly’ in celebration of National Album day this weekend. Who’s going to be watching? #ThisMorning

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

How's everyone's 2021 so far? We know things are still tough, so here's Billy with an inspiring refrain we think you'll be familiar with...

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

We're excited to announce Billy's new studio album 'One World'! You can listen to the title track here –

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 months

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

We have some news… Due to recent events we will be moving the release date of 'One World' back to September 4th 2020. Don’t worry, more new music is just around the corner!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

Did you know that after leaving school Billy took an apprenticeship at a tailor on Savile Row, London? Throughout the 80s he used his tailoring skills to make his own suits.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

To celebrate 'Caribbean Queen's 35th Birthday the video's been given a digital makeover. Check out the improvement below and watch the restored version in full here:

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

1 year

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

8 years

It's with great excitement we can announce Billy has planned the first live parties of 2017.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

Pop's Premier Party Patriarch is coming back to the UK in 2020 for a string of incredible shows. Tickets are available now!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

It's the 35th anniversary of Billy's groundbreaking album, 'Suddenly'! It hit number one on the US billboard hot 100 and would go on to sell more than two million copies. What’s your favourite track on the album?

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

"I even did a bit of moonwalking..." As we celebrate the 35th anniversary of 'Suddenly', watch Billy remember the video to 'Caribbean Queen'. Watch the newly-upgraded HD version on @YouTube here: #35thanniversarySuddenly #CaribbeanQueen

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

On this day in 1984 Billy won a Grammy award for best male R&B vocal performance for 'Caribbean Queen (No More Love On The Run)' at the Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles. Here he is performing the song the same year live in Germany:

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

Thirty two years ago to the day Billy releases the party monster that is 'Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car'. The groundbreaking video helps propel the single to No.3 in the UK and pole position in the US. Where did you first hear this instant classic?

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

1 year

'Love Really Hurts Without You', originally released on January 23, 1976. The track went to #2 in the UK and Was Billy's first top 40 US hit! All together now...

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

My dream came true last night performing at @theroyalalberthall . Thank you to all who came out and shared the experience with me, I truly felt the love! Amazing show with an awesome London audience! Special Thank you to #ebonysteelband Forever counting my blessings!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

Every 35 seconds, someone in the world is diagnosed with blood cancer. Many rely on a blood stem cell donation to beat it but never find a match. Join me in supporting World Blood Cancer Day Today, 28th May, #WearItRed and show solidarity. #wbcd @DKMS_UK

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

Billy will be bringing the party to @DreamlandMarg on August 22nd, with support from the tremendous @RebeccaFMusic . Tickets go on sale 10am this Friday, May 28th via @MyTicketUK . Visit for more details.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

2 years

Merry Xmas from Billy!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

Happy Valentine's Day from Billy!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

On this day in 1988 'Get Out of My Dreams, Get Into My Car' reached no.1 in the US. Anyone know which film's soundtrack this song appeared on? Here's Pop's Premier Party Patriarch on Top Of The Pops!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

Billy's tour kicks off tonight with a sold out show at Sheffield City Hall. Let us know if you'll be joining the party!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

So who caught Billy's Greatest Hits Medley on @bbcstrictly ? Hungry for more? Check out our greatest hits playlist from Pop's Premier Party Patriarch!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

6 years

The lovely Jane MacDonald and I chilling backstage. I will be performing on her show Jane McDonald & Friends tomorrow night on Channel 5 @ 9pm. #JaneMcDonaldandFriends

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

8 years

Don't miss Billy on @CelebJuice , 10pm tonight @itv2 . New double album out tomorrow!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

A Reggae innovator that gave influence and inspiration to all. RIP my brother. I am sure you, Bob and Peter are making music in heaven 🙏🏾 ❤💛💚

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

6 years

Tickets to see Billy live in the UK & Ireland this year are on sale now. Get your ticket to join the party here:

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

6 years

Currently working in the studio with my partner in crime Barry Eastmond. Are you ready for some new material? #newalbum #newsongs #billyoceanlive #barryeastmond

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

Never mind the weather, get your summer started with Billy and join the party at Pontefract Races (May 24th), Let's Rock Norwich (May 25th), Let's Rock Cardiff (June 1st) and Burghley House (June 8th). Which song would you love to hear live? #billyocean2019 #billyocean

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

8 years

Fun times with my boy Keith! @CelebJuice

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

New music coming tomorrow...

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

6 years

It's not too much longer until Billy is back on the road in the UK and bringing classics like 'Caribbean Queen' to a party near you. What song are you dying to hear live? #BillyOceanLive2018

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

Bumped into my favourite news reader @jonsnowC4 while travelling on my favourite airline BA the other day! #onelove #BritishAirways

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

"...that's how I wrote my first song. I took it to a producer, he liked it, we recorded it and the next thing I know I've got a number two record and I'm on Top of the Pops".

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

2 years

'Caribbean Queen (No More Love on the Run)' Released today October 6, 1984. #caribbeanqueen #nomoreloveontherun

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

Thank you! 🙏🏾❤

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

'Lovely Day' - with Billy lending his voice to @YVconcerts , @yolandabrown and @rutimusic in aid of children's mental health charity @Place2Be - is out today. Download from iTunes and Amazon now. All proceeds go to this incredibly worthy cause: #Lovelyday

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

Here's Billy with @bryanadams at Carfest Festival in Cheshire, UK back in 2016. Have you got any photos of you and Billy striking a pose together?

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

On this day in in 1977 Billy's ode to the all-consuming power of true love - 'Red Light Spells Danger' - was released. It spent ten weeks in the UK chart and peaked at no.2 in the charts. Never one to stick to the rules, the song starts with the chorus.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

Revisit your favourite Billy Ocean classics on Spotify. Which tracks are you adding to your playlist? Let us know in the comments. #billyocean2019 #Spotifyplaylist #favbillytrackonspotify

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

10 years

Met fellow Geordie @realrossnoble after show last night. http://t.co/mPYXxjRuej

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

Watch Billy deliver a vintage performance of 'Caribbean Queen' live in London!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

What a phenomenal UK tour! A massive thank you to all involved- my band family, crew, manager, tour manager, assistant tour manager, production manager, promoter, photographer, support act, and my amazing fans! #Billyocean2018 #billyocean

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

7 years

Working hard in the studio with my buddies @BarryEastmond and @WarriorChargeUK

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

6 years

Hey Guys, Due to unforeseen circumstances show in Inverness tonight has been cancelled. We apologise for the inconvenience this may have caused. One love #BillyOceanLive

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

8 years

Billy’s new album is No. 4 in the charts! Thank you to all the fans who bought it.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

Hey Guys! There is a fake account mrwongo1, please do not accept or follow! Thank you #onelove #fakeaccount

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

On this day in 1986, 'There'll Be Sad Songs (To Make You Cry)' reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also topped the adult contemporary and R&B in the United States that same summer. Go Billy!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

1 year

On this day in 1989 Billy's Greatest Hits - featuring new songs 'I Sleep Much Better (In Someone Else's Bed)' and 'Licence to Chill' - goes platinum, just weeks after release. What's your favourite track?

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

2 years

'Suddenly' - Released 10.05.1985 Where were you when you heard it first? #WhereWereYouWhen

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

On this day in 1984 Billy's unforgettable album 'Suddenly' was released, breaking the top ten and going on to chart for an incredible 59 weeks with his first major US hit single 'Caribbean Queen...' which reached no.1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

8 years

Great show at the West End fiesta in Glasgow. Audience was amazing. Thank you Glasgow!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

On this day in 1984, 'Caribbean Queen (No More Love On The Run)' was released to reach number 6 in the UK singles chart and number 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Here's Billy playing the track live last year on Dutch Show Max Proms.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

"Here I am. Look at me there. Young. Slim. Sexy. What? Ooh!" As we celebrate the 35th anniversary of 'Suddenly', watch Billy remember the video to the title track itself and watch the newly-upgraded HD version on @YouTube here:

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

11 years

@TinieTempah after the show. Swapping hats! Lol http://t.co/8xY08vgbT5

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

Tonight's the night! Billy kicks off his UK tour at a sold-out Blackpool Opera House. Share your pictures with #BillyOceanLive2018 #billyocean #tourlife #UKtour2018 #onelove

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

1 year

Thank you UK. See you soon. #BillyOceanUK2023

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

Tune into @bbcstrictly this Sunday, November 22 from 7:25pm on @BBCOne to see Billy performing a stunning medley of hits. Which tracks do you think will be getting the live treatment? Trust us, it's going to be unmissable...

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

'When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get Going' spent four weeks in pole position in the UK singles chart in February 1986. 'When the going gets tough, the tough get going' is a popular proverb - what are your favourite words of wisdom?

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

On this day in 1976 Billy's first hit 'Love Really Hurts Without You' was released. It soon hit number 2 in the UK charts and spent 10 weeks in the Top 40. Here he is singing it with great gusto live on Top of the Pops the same year.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

In the early '70s Billy recorded under the name Les Charles before adopting the name Billy Ocean by the mid '70s and signing up to GTO Records. He scored his first hit, 'Love Really Hurts Without You', just a year later:

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

Some exciting news coming your way tomorrow... Tune into Ken Bruce’s @BBCRadio2 show tomorrow from 10am.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

8 years

Lol @jimmyfallon @FallonTonight . Jimmy is truly looking after for me! One love

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

6 years

Had fun last night on @BBCTheOneShow . Thanks for having me! One love x

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

6 years

"The Best of Billy Ocean tour has been extended into 2019! Find full details here:

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

What a lovely catch up and family lunch with my Buddy Barry, over from NYC. A toast to life, health, family and new album! #daysoff #familytime

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

Billy's groundbreaking album 'Suddenly' is 35 years old! Watch the new HD video for 'Suddenly' here:

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

Happy New Year! We're feeling all enchanted for the first day of 2021 - so we've a fairy tale lyrics question for you today; which of Billy's songs features these words? "Hey Cinderella step in your shoe" Bonus if you can think of another which mentions a fairy tale...

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

Billy became a vegetarian in the late '80s after working with prolific South African songwriter and producer Mutt Lange who banned anyone from eating any meat products in the studio. His favourite foods are beans, pulses, soya, plantain and mangoes.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

6 years

Billy's UK tour kicks off this Friday with a sold out show at Blackpool's Opera House. Were you lucky enough to get tickets? #BillyOceanLive2018 #billyocean #partytime #tourlife

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

Celebrate 45 years of Billy's iconic debut album with us over the next few weeks. Stay tuned..

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

8 years

NYC last night!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

Much love to everyone who came out to see Billy back on stage in 2021. Here's the man himself ...

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

Rehearsals today with the amazing multi Grammy winning The Metropole Orkest, an orchestra based in the Netherlands. Love it when we get to play with an orchestra! They capture every element in each song!

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

Well done to everyone who knew that 'Going Gets Tough...' features on 'The Jewel Of The Nile'. The film's three stars mimed backing vocals in the video, but it was banned by the BBC because they weren't members of the Musicians Union.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

This day has arrived! We are ready to rock Kew Gardens! @beverleyknight @yolandabrownuk @kewgardens #BillyOceanLive2019

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

5 years

With the first week of Billy's UK tour now well underway, get yourself in the party mood with the Top Tracks playlist. #billyocean2018 #billyocean #partymood

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

7 years

In Sirius for the day doing interviews. Promoting new album and tour in the USA.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

6 years

Eat to the Beat @DisneyEPCOT . We always have a magical time @Disney . #Billyocean #billyocean2018

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

7 years

Fun times in Epcot Disney World-Eat to the beat.

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

3 years

As Billy's 2021 tour comes to end in Ipswich this weekend, check if you were in the crowd for this recent show. Can you #GuessTheVenue ?

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Billy Ocean

@MrWongo

4 years

We'll be treating you to some of Billy's acoustic sessions over the next couple of weeks. Here's the first - 'Love Really Hurts Without You' - recorded in 2013 on Dutch TV talkshow RTL Late Night. One of the most infectious smiles in the business, no?

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