Kidz Bop Kids - Cups Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote the song 'Cups'?

   'Cups' is based on a song called 'When I'm Gone,' which was originally written by A. P. Carter in 1931.

2. How did the cup game become part of the song?

   The cup game was introduced as percussion by British musicians Heloise Tunstall-Behrens and Luisa Gerstein, who performed under the group name Lulu and the Lampshades.

3. When did Anna Kendrick perform 'Cups' in Pitch Perfect?

   Anna Kendrick performed 'Cups' in the 2012 movie Pitch Perfect. The song became popular after the film's release.

4. What is unique about Anna Kendrick's version of 'Cups'?

   Anna Kendrick's version of 'Cups' uses a plastic cup to play along with the song's rhythm, which became a distinctive feature of her rendition.

5. How did 'Cups' perform on the Billboard charts?

   'Cups' performed well on Billboard's airplay charts, peaking at number eight on the Mainstream Top 40, number two on the Adult Top 40, and reaching number one on the Adult Contemporary chart.

6. Has 'Cups' been covered by other artists?

   Yes, 'Cups' has been widely covered by various artists, including South Korean girl group Spica and actress Mithila Palkar in a Marathi version.