The group was led by trumpeter Donald Byrd and featured some of his Howard University students: Kevin Toney (keyboards), Keith Killgo (vocals, drums), Joe Hall (bass guitar), Allan Barnes (saxophone, clarinet), and Barney Perry (guitar). Orville Saunders (guitar), and Jay Jones (flute, saxophone) were later members of the group. They signed to Fantasy Records in 1973. Read Full BioThe Blackbyrds was a rhythm and blues and jazz-funk fusion group, formed in Washington, D.C. in 1973.
The group was led by trumpeter Donald Byrd and featured some of his Howard University students: Kevin Toney (keyboards), Keith Killgo (vocals, drums), Joe Hall (bass guitar), Allan Barnes (saxophone, clarinet), and Barney Perry (guitar). Orville Saunders (guitar), and Jay Jones (flute, saxophone) were later members of the group. They signed to Fantasy Records in 1973. They are best known for their 1975 hit "Walking in Rhythm", which received a Grammy nomination.
Their 1975 song "Rock Creek Park" from the City Life album has been sampled numerous times by groups such as De La Soul, Eric B. & Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, NWA, Massive Attack, Ice Cube, Heavy D, Nas and Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five. The song has also appeared on the soundtrack to the popular video game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.
Allan Barnes passed away July 26th, 2016 from an unspecified illness.
Rock Creek Park
The Blackbyrds Lyrics
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Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
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Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
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Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
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Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
Do it, do it (just do it)
Do it, do it (just do it)
Do it, do it (just do it)
Do it, do it (just do it)
Do it, do it (just do it)
Do it, do it (just do it)
Do it, do it (just do it)
Do it, do it (just do it)
Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
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Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
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Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
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Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
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Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
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Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
Do it, do it (just do it)
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Do it, do it (just do it)
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Do it, do it (just do it)
Do it, do it (just do it)
Do it, do it (just do it)
Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
In Rock Creek Park
The lyrics of the song “Rock Creek Park” by The Blackbyrds revolve around the experience of doing something, perhaps something intimate or romantic, in Rock Creek Park. The song repeats the phrase “Doing it in the park, doing it after dark” several times, creating a sense of urgency and excitement. The use of the word “it” leaves the meaning of the activity open to interpretation, allowing listeners to apply their own experiences and perceptions to the song.
Rock Creek Park is a large urban park in Washington D.C. that covers over 1,700 acres. It is a popular destination for walking, jogging, picnicking, and other outdoor activities. The park features several hiking trails, a nature center, a planetarium, and numerous historical landmarks. The Blackbyrds were likely inspired by the park’s natural beauty and the romantic atmosphere that it provides.
The repeated chorus of “Do it, do it” emphasizes the carefree and fun-loving attitude of the song. The upbeat tempo and catchy melody of “Rock Creek Park” make it a popular choice for dancing and partying. The song has become a classic funk anthem and continues to be a favorite among fans of the genre.
Line by Line Meaning
Doing it in the park
Engaging in intimate activities in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
Engaging in intimate activities when it is dark outside
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
In Rock Creek Park
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
Do it, do it (just do it)
Encouragement to continue to engage in these intimate activities
Do it, do it (just do it)
Encouragement to continue to engage in these intimate activities
Do it, do it (just do it)
Encouragement to continue to engage in these intimate activities
Do it, do it (just do it)
Encouragement to continue to engage in these intimate activities
Doing it in the park
Engaging in intimate activities in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
Engaging in intimate activities when it is dark outside
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
In Rock Creek Park
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Engaging in intimate activities in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
Engaging in intimate activities when it is dark outside
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
In Rock Creek Park
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Engaging in intimate activities in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
Engaging in intimate activities when it is dark outside
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
In Rock Creek Park
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Engaging in intimate activities in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
Engaging in intimate activities when it is dark outside
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
In Rock Creek Park
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Engaging in intimate activities in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
Engaging in intimate activities when it is dark outside
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
In Rock Creek Park
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Engaging in intimate activities in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
Engaging in intimate activities when it is dark outside
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
In Rock Creek Park
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
Do it, do it (just do it)
Encouragement to continue to engage in these intimate activities
Do it, do it (just do it)
Encouragement to continue to engage in these intimate activities
Do it, do it (just do it)
Encouragement to continue to engage in these intimate activities
Do it, do it (just do it)
Encouragement to continue to engage in these intimate activities
Do it, do it (just do it)
Encouragement to continue to engage in these intimate activities
Do it, do it (just do it)
Encouragement to continue to engage in these intimate activities
Do it, do it (just do it)
Encouragement to continue to engage in these intimate activities
Do it, do it (just do it)
Encouragement to continue to engage in these intimate activities
Doing it in the park
Engaging in intimate activities in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
Engaging in intimate activities when it is dark outside
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
In Rock Creek Park
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Engaging in intimate activities in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
Engaging in intimate activities when it is dark outside
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
In Rock Creek Park
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Engaging in intimate activities in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
Engaging in intimate activities when it is dark outside
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
In Rock Creek Park
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Engaging in intimate activities in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
Engaging in intimate activities when it is dark outside
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
In Rock Creek Park
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
Doing it in the park
Engaging in intimate activities in the park
Doing it after dark, oh, yeah
Engaging in intimate activities when it is dark outside
In Rock Creek Park, oh, yeah
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
In Rock Creek Park
Performing these intimate activities specifically in the location of Rock Creek Park
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Joe Hall, S. Johnson, Keith Killgo, Orville Saunders, Kevin Toney
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Brenda Williams
This will never get old! CLASSIC!!!❤
Alcindor Coleman
No doubt
David brown
Never B 👌🏾
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Donald Byrd & Blackbyrds made some of the greatest music ever! Hands down.
Felicia Smith
Yeah baby!
Richard Adams
Absolutely Right
Kevin Long
Walking in Rhythm is my fave from these gangstas, 4 sure😎
dondeel stacks
the great
Marcus Reeves
42 YEARS LATER,AT 54 ,I CAN STILL FEEL THE GROOVE IN THIS JAM.THANKS FOR MAKING ME FEEL GOOD ABOUT GETTING OLD.
Cosmic HiFi
God bless you brother I’m I feel the same same I’m 54 you must 59? One love man