Potverdekke! (It's great to be a Belgian)
| "Potverdekke! (It's Great to Be a Belgian)" | ||||
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1998 CD single cover | ||||
| Single by Mister John | ||||
| Language | English | |||
| B-side | "Anglais - Franglais" | |||
| Released | 18 July 1998 | |||
| Length | 4:01 | |||
| Label | Pink Records | |||
| Songwriter | John Makin | |||
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"Potverdekke! (It's great to be a Belgian)" is a 1998 novelty song, recorded by British singer John Makin, better known under his artist name, Mister John. It was his only hit song in his long career, making him a classic example of a one-hit wonder.
The word "Potverdekke" is a curse word, typically associated with the west region of flanders between Brussels. and Aalst. The word is a minced oath; the intended meaning is "Goddamn!" (Dutch: godverdomme), but the roots for "God" and "damn" have been replaced by similar-sounding words.