: The duo chose "Baltimora" after McShane randomly pointed to Baltimore on a map of the U.S.; they changed the final letter to "a" to give it an Italian flair. Global Success and Cultural Impact
: In 2021, AEW President Tony Khan purchased the rights to the song for professional wrestler Jack Perry (then known as Jungle Boy), making it a staple of wrestling entrance themes. The Legacy of Jimmy McShane Baltimora - Tarzan Boy
Despite the vocal controversy, Jimmy McShane remains the beloved face of Baltimora. Tragically, McShane was diagnosed with AIDS in the early 1990s. He returned to his hometown of Derry, Northern Ireland, where he passed away on March 29, 1995, at the age of 37. Today, fans remember him not just for the song, but for the joy and "jungle life" he brought to the 1980s music scene. : The duo chose "Baltimora" after McShane randomly
: For decades, it was widely believed that McShane provided the vocals. However, it was later revealed that he primarily lip-synced for public performances and music videos. Producer Maurizio Bassi is now largely credited with the actual lead vocals, though McShane’s energy and signature dance moves were crucial to the song’s visual success. Tragically, McShane was diagnosed with AIDS in the