Which 1978 group recorded the disco hit “Y.M.C.A.”?

Village People recorded the 1978 disco hit “Y.M.C.A.”

The song was written by Jacques Morali, Henri Belolo, and Victor Willis and released in November 1978. Its lyrics celebrate the Young Men’s Christian Association as a place where young men can find accommodation, community, and activities. The chorus became famous for its accompanying arm movements that spell the song’s title.

“Y.M.C.A.” reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 1979 and topped charts in several countries. It became one of the best-known participatory dance songs in popular music, appearing at sporting events, parties, weddings, and public celebrations.

The Village People were created as a studio-and-stage concept built around recognizable masculine costume characters, including a police officer, construction worker, cowboy, Native American, biker, and soldier. The group’s visual identity and the song’s simple choreography helped make it accessible to audiences beyond disco clubs.