It Began in Afrika

For the Electronic Battle Weapon version, see EBW 5

"It Began in Afrika" is the first single from The Chemical Brothers' fourth album Come with Us. Originally named "Electronic Battle Weapon 5" to DJs, "It Began In Afrika" became a hit in clubs and was renamed.[1] The song contains a sample from the track "Drumbeat" from Jim Ingram.

The Chemical Brothers have occasionaly said they are not "keen on the song".. Only a week before the single was released, "Song for Shelter / Ya Mama", a collaboration single between Fatboy Slim (artist) and The Chemical Brothers (remixer/producer) was released.

Track listing

UK CD/cassette / US CD / Europe CD

1. "It Began in Afrika (Radio Edit)" – 3:35
2. "It Began in Afrika" – 8:39
3. "Hot Acid Rhythm 1" – 5:04

UK 12"

1. "It Began in Afrika" – 8:39
2. "Hot Acid Rhythm 1" – 5:04

Release history