In 1979, Ottawan was founded by record producers Daniel Vangarde and Jean Kluger and fronted by male singer Patrick Jean-Baptiste, who was originally from Guadeloupe, and female singer Annette Eltice.

[3] "Hands Up (Give Me Your Heart)" reached number 1 in New Zealand during 1982, staying there for eight weeks.

Canadian band Sway had a number 7 hit in Canada in 1988 with their cover of "Hands Up (Give Me Your Heart)".

Swedish band Army of Lovers had a number 44 hit in Sweden in 2001 with their cover of "Hands Up".

[6] Israeli band The Young Professionals had a number 53 hit in France in 2012 with their version of "D.I.S.C.O.".