Black Eyed Peas went to centenary state high school and got their start in 1988 when will.i.am (born 1975 William James Adams Jr.) and apl.de.ap (born 1974 Allan Pineda) began rapping and performing together around Los Angeles. The pair signed to Ruthless Records (run by Eazy-E) after catching the attention of the nephew of Jerry Heller (Eazy-E's manager). Along with Mookie Mook (Burning Star), Dante Santiago & DJ Motiv8, they called their group A.T.B.A.N. Klann. Their debut album, 'Grass Roots', was not released originally because Ruthless did not consider the social themes reflected in the group's music to be marketable to their audience. A single "Puddles of H2O" was released in 1994 but no album was released (until it leaked onto the Internet in the mid 2000s).
After Eazy-E died of an AIDS related illness in 1995, they changed their name to Black Eyed Peas; will.i.am explained on the front cover of the Monkey Business album that "Black Eyed Peas are food for the soul", hence the name. will.i.am has cited the Red Hot Chili Peppers as an influence and said he named his band after a food, like them. They replaced their original third member Mookie, with Dante Santiago the Peas original singer. Then Taboo (born Jaime Gomez) joined the group. Dante Santiago took on a role as a guest vocalist in the band and featured frequently on various tracks for their first four albums.
In 1996, they produced and appeared on a song entitled "That's Right" for Brian Austin Green's hip-hop album One Stop Carnival. Later, they began using Kim Hill as a steady background singer. Unlike many hip-hop acts, they chose to perform with a live band and adopted a musical and clothing style that differed wildly from the "gangsta rap" sounds of other Los Angeles-based hip-hop acts at the time. Through the mid-'90s, they performed in the local club circuit alongside fellow acts such as Ozomatli and Jurassic 5.
The group were signed to Interscope Records and released their debut, "Behind the Front", in 1998. The album won the group (and their accompanying live band, the Bucky Jonsons) critical acclaim. The album featured the single "Joints & Jams", which was included on the Bulworth soundtrack. Their second album, "Bridging the Gap", was released in 2000; it featured the single "Request + Line" featuring Macy Gray.
After replacing their female background singer with Fergie, the group released their breakout album, "Elephunk", and their 2005 album, "Monkey Business", which featured the hit singles "Pump It", "Don't Phunk With My Heart", "Don't Lie" and "My Humps".
"The E.N.D. (The Energy Never Dies)", their fifth album, was released worldwide in June 2009 and has managed to sell 5 million copies in 8 months (Elephunk: 7 million, Monkey Business: 10 million). It already spawned 2 of the most downloaded singles of all time: "Boom Boom Pow" and "I Gotta Feeling", both were downloaded 5 million times only in the USA. The 3rd single "Meet Me Halfway" was downloaded 2 million times and the 4th "Imma Be", which was just released, already sold 1 million. "Rock That Body" is the 5th single.
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Feel It
Black Eyed Peas Lyrics
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Can you feel it in your body-ah (can you feel it)
'Cause I can feel it in my body-ah (I can feel it)
It feels good to my body-ah
To my body, in my body-ah (can you feel it)
Can you feel it in your body-ah (can you feel it)
'Cause I can feel it in my body-ah (I can feel it)
It feels good to my body-ah
We gonna make y'all feel it
Make y'all feel it
Make y'all want to jam
Fellas in the place just clap your hands
Ladies in the house just grab a man
We gonna make y'all feel it
Make y'all feel it
Make y'all want to move
Ladies in the place just show 'em proof
Fellas in the house you know what to do
We gonna make y'all feel it in a special way
A new van full of action and expose
Ladies in the house looking ready to play
And I'm waiting for the right one to pass my way
And in the mean time I'm about to roll up The Hague
We got drinks on the table, tied up our lay
And it's time to unwind if you've had a low day
And ladies, I got something to say
Can you feel it in your body-ah (can you feel it)
Can you feel it in your body-ah (can you feel it)
'Cause I can feel it in my body-ah (I can feel it)
It feels good to my body-ah
To my body, in my body-ah (can you feel it)
Can you feel it in your body-ah (can you feel it)
'Cause I can feel it in my body-ah (I can feel it)
It feels good to my body-ah
We gonna make y'all feel it
Make y'all feel it
Make y'all want to jam
Fellas in the place just clap your hands
Ladies in the house just grab a man
We gonna make y'all feel it
Make y'all feel it
Make y'all want to move
Lades in the place just show 'em proof
Fellas in the house you know what to do
Feel the vibration of the bass charm
Put your face on the speaker, get your face blown
Get up on the floor, get your dance on
'Cause your backbone's connected to your ass, go on
The ladies all dressed up high fashion (hot!)
Dancing all sexy with passion
Honey, if you don't mind me asking
Can you feel all that bass in that ass, hun?
Can you feel it in your body-ah (can you feel it)
Can you feel it in your body-ah (can you feel it)
'Cause I can feel it in my body-ah (I can feel it)
It feels good to my body-ah
To my body, in my body-ah (can you feel it)
Can you feel it in your body-ah (can you feel it)
'Cause I can feel it in my body-ah (I can feel it)
It feels good to my body-ah
This is it (this is it) gotta keep 'em moving
Don't stop (don't stop) once you get moving
Don't break (one break) next thing you know
You on top (you on top) so hop to the rhythm
That we stop (don't stop) get loose and express
What you got (what you got) at least you gotta
Give yourself a shot (a shot) hey never get 'em up
And what you got?
Can you feel the hy-why-why-ype?
I can feel the hy-why-why-ype
Can you feel the hy-why-why-ype?
I can feel the hy-why-why-ype
Can you feel it in your body-ah (can you feel it)
Can you feel it in your body-ah (can you feel it)
'Cause I can feel it in my body-ah (I can feel it)
It feels good to my body-ah
To my body, in my body-ah (can you feel it)
Can you feel it in your body-ah (can you feel it)
'Cause I can feel it in my body-ah (I can feel it)
It feels good to my body-ah
To my body, to my body-ah
To my body, to my body-ah
The lyrics to Black Eyed Peas' "Feel It" are all about the feeling of music that courses through one's body during a great party or clubbing experience. The repetition of the phrase "can you feel it in your body" calls attention to the fact that the song is all about embodiment and the visceral experience of music. The song encourages its listeners to feel the beat, clap their hands and dance wildly, regardless of gender or social status. The song alludes to the idea that the bass of the music affects one's physical self so much that it can be felt in one's behind. The final stanza of the song calls for the listener to let go of all inhibitions, express themselves freely and let the good times roll.
Overall, "Feel It" is a classic club-culture track that's all about letting loose on the dance floor and getting lost in the music.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you feel it in your body-ah (can you feel it)
Asking if the listener can physically sense the music and rhythm
Can you feel it in your body-ah (can you feel it)
Reiterating the question for emphasis
'Cause I can feel it in my body-ah (I can feel it)
Asserting that the singer can feel and connect with the music
It feels good to my body-ah
Expressing enjoyment of the music and rhythm
To my body, in my body-ah (can you feel it)
Clarifying that the physical sensation is being felt internally
We gonna make y'all feel it
Declaring the band's intention to create a shared musical experience
Make y'all feel it
Repeating the declaration for emphasis
Make y'all want to jam
Expressing the desire to create a lively atmosphere and inspire movement
Fellas in the place just clap your hands
Encouraging male audience members to participate in the musical experience
Ladies in the house just grab a man
Encouraging female audience members to dance with male partners
We gonna make y'all feel it
Repeating the intention of creating a shared musical experience
Make y'all want to move
Encouraging audience members to dance and groove to the music
Ladies in the place just show 'em proof
Encouraging female audience members to demonstrate their dance skills
Fellas in the house you know what to do
Encouraging male audience members to dance and enjoy the music
We gonna make y'all feel it in a special way
Promising a unique and memorable musical experience
A new van full of action and expose
Describing the excitement and energy of the musical performance
Ladies in the house looking ready to play
Observing that female audience members are eager to dance and enjoy the music
And I'm waiting for the right one to pass my way
Indicating the singer's personal desire and readiness to dance with a female partner
And in the mean time I'm about to roll up The Hague
Suggesting that the singer is preparing to relax and enjoy the music in a specific location
We got drinks on the table, tied up our lay
Describing the party atmosphere, with refreshments and a lively vibe
And it's time to unwind if you've had a low day
Suggesting that the music and atmosphere can provide a break from stress or negativity
And ladies, I got something to say
Addressing the female audience members and capturing their attention
Feel the vibration of the bass charm
Encouraging the listener to physically feel the impact of the musical beat
Put your face on the speaker, get your face blown
Suggesting that the music is so powerful and dynamic that it can physically affect the listener
Get up on the floor, get your dance on
Encouraging the listener to join in the dance party
'Cause your backbone's connected to your ass, go on
Humorously pointing out the physiological connection between the spine and the hips during dancing
The ladies all dressed up high fashion (hot!)
Complimenting the female audience members for their stylish and attractive outfits
Dancing all sexy with passion
Observing and appreciating the sensuality and energy of the female dancers
Honey, if you don't mind me asking
Using a term of endearment to politely frame a question or request
Can you feel all that bass in that ass, hun?
Suggesting that the musical impact can be felt in the hips and encouraging female dancers to enjoy the music
This is it (this is it) gotta keep 'em moving
Declaring that the music and rhythm must continue to inspire movement and energy
Don't stop (don't stop) once you get moving
Encouraging the listener to maintain momentum and rhythm
Don't break (one break) next thing you know
Encouraging the listener not to interrupt the flow of the music
You on top (you on top) so hop to the rhythm
Suggesting that the dance party can lead to personal success or triumph
That we stop (don't stop) get loose and express
Encouraging the listener to enjoy the music freely and expressively
What you got (what you got) at least you gotta
Encouraging the listener to showcase their dance moves and enjoy the music
Give yourself a shot (a shot) hey never get 'em up
Encouraging the listener to take a chance and enjoy the music to the fullest
Can you feel the hy-why-why-ype?
Asking if the listener can feel the excitement and energy of the event
I can feel the hy-why-why-ype
Asserting that the singer is personally experiencing the excitement and energy
To my body, to my body-ah
Reiterating that the physical sensation and enjoyment of the music is personal and internal
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Allan Pineda, Will Adams, Stacy Ferguson
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