He was born in Kannapolis, North Carolina, grew up in Plainfield, New Jersey, and currently resides in Tallahassee, Florida. In Plainfield, he ran a barber salon, where he straightened hair, and soon formed a doo wop group, inspired by Frankie Lymon & the Teenagers, called The Parliaments. Despite initial commercial failures, The Parliaments eventually found success under the names Parliament and Funkadelic in the seventies (see also P-Funk). This article focuses on Clinton's solo efforts after 1981.
Beginning in the early 1980's, Clinton recorded several nominal "solo" albums, although all of these records featured contributions from P-Funk's core musicians. The primary reason for recording under his own name was legal difficulties, due to the complex copyright and trademark issues surrounding the name "Parliament" (primarily) and Polygram's purchase of his former label (as part of Parliament), Casablanca Records. In 1982, Clinton signed to Capitol Records as a solo artist and as the P-Funk All-Stars, releasing Computer Games that same year. "Loopzilla" hit the Top 20 R&B charts, followed by "Atomic Dog," which reached #1 R&B, but peaked at #101 on the pop chart. In the next four years, Clinton released three more studio albums (You Shouldn't-Nuf Bit Fish, Some of My Best Jokes Are Friends and R&B Skeletons in the Closet) as well as a live album, Mothership Connection (Live from the Summit, Houston, Texas) and charting three singles in the R&B Top 30, "Nubian Nut," "Last Dance," and "Do Fries Go with that Shake." This period of Clinton's career was marred by multiple legal problems (resulting in financial difficulties) due to complex royalty and copyright issues. In 1985 he was recruited by the Red Hot Chili Peppers to produce their album Freaky Styley, because the bandmembers were huge fans of George Clinton and Funk in general. Though Clinton's popularity had waned by the mid 1980s, he experienced something of a resurgence in the early 1990s, as many rappers cited him as an influence and began sampling his songs. Alongside James Brown, George Clinton is considered to be one of the most sampled musicians ever.
In 1989, Clinton released The Cinderella Theory on Paisley Park, Prince's record label. This was followed by Hey Man... Smell my Finger. Clinton then signed with Sony 550 and released T.A.P.O.A.F.O.M. (The Awesome Power Of A Fully Operational Mothership) in 1996, having reunited with several old members of Parliament and Funkadelic.
In the 1990s, Clinton appeared in films such as Graffiti Bridge (1990), Good Burger (1997) and PCU (1994). Most recently he appeared as the voice of The Funktipus, the DJ of the Bounce FM station in the 2004 video game, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. Rapper Dr. Dre sampled most of his beats to create his G-Funk music era.
"You're Thinking Right" - the theme song for The Tracey Ullman Show, was written by Clinton.
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This is not the soundtrack composer George S. Clinton who did Mortal Kombat etc.
Bop Gun
George Clinton Lyrics
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So low you can't get under it
So high you can't get over it
Can't get over it
Ready or not here we come
Getting down for the one which we believe in
Ice Cube comin' with the half ounce
Not just knee deep jeep fulla' smog
Atomic dog
Like your behind heard it through the grapevine
How much longer will you be mine?
And I'ma tell ya, I don't like drama
So do I have to put my handcuffs on your mama?
'cause nothin' but did her damn boogie with my crew
But I'd rather be with you, boo
And make you say humdrum, Tweedledee dumb
Humdrum don't succumb when I'm done, fuckin' hicks
One nation under a groove gettin' down for the funk of it
Tear the roof of this mother like we did last night son
And hit you with the bop gun
Here's my chance to dance my way
Out of my constriction
Gonna be freakin' up and down
Hang up really late
The groove I only got
Wish you all be moved
Ready or not, here we come
Gettin' down for the one which we believe in
One nation under a groove
Gettin' down just for the funk of it
One nation and we're on the move
Nothin' can stop us now
If you hear any noise, it's just me and the boys
Playin' with our toys
M-1, 'cause everybody's gotta have fun
Under the sun, under the sun
So rough, so tough when I get down
The disco fiend with the monster sound
I wants to get (whistle) when I'm chillin'
The bigger the headache, the bigger the pill-in
You let her funk me 'cause my funk is the best
Comin' from the west
Kickin' them hits
We occupied, dedicated to the preservation motion of hips
Hittin' them dips, cd skips but I'm straight
As I bounce, rock, skate
Now I'll toast to that
If it's rough, make the girls say "Do that stuff! Aw do that
Stuff!"
But ya got to be, you got to be a freak of the week
For the top gun, hit you with the bop gun
One nation under a groove
Gettin' down just for the funk of it
One nation and we're on the move
Nothin' can stop us now
One nation under a groove
Gettin' down just for the funk of it
One nation and we're on the move
Nothin' can stop us now
Do not attempt to adjust your radio
There ain't nothin' wrong, so hit the bong
Waitin' on the double dutch bus for a ride
As the buffalo girl go round the outside
Put a glide in your stride and a dip in your hip
Got Dayton's on the mother ship
And you can ring my bell if you need me to pass
The doja on the left hand side for the sale
'cause nobody knows where the nose goes
When the ? dog child got the
Lookin' for the theme from the Black Hole
Now I'll big bang you with my black pole
A flashlight, red light, we don't like cops on the bike
Just made bail tonight
So whatcha gonna do when you get outta jail?
I'm gonna have some fun with the bop gun
Ready or not, here we come
Getting down for the one which we believe in
One nation under a groove
Gettin' down just for the funk of it
One nation and we're on the move
Nothin' can stop us now
One nation under a groove
Gettin' down just for the funk of it
One nation and we're on the move
Nothin' can stop us now
The lyrics to George Clinton's song "Bop Gun" are about the power and energy of music and the unifying force it has on people. The song starts with the repeated line "So wide you can't get around it, So low you can't get under it, So high you can't get over it, Can't get over it". This line is referring to the all-encompassing power of music that can't be ignored or avoided. The song then talks about coming together as one nation under a groove, with the lyrics "Ready or not here we come, Getting down for the one which we believe in". Clinton is urging people to come together through the power of music and dance, regardless of any differences.
The lyrics also have a playful and humorous tone, with lines like "Cause nothing but did her damn boogie with my crew, But I'd rather be with you, boo" and "And you can ring my bell if you need me to pass, The doja on the left-hand side for the sale". This playful tone helps to emphasize the joy and fun that can be found in music and coming together.
Overall, "Bop Gun" is a song about the unifying power of music and how it can bring people from all walks of life together.
Line by Line Meaning
So wide you can't get around it
The situation is vast and overwhelming, impossible to escape or avoid.
So low you can't get under it
The situation is deeply entrenched and difficult to overcome.
So high you can't get over it
The situation is lofty and difficult to reach, surpass, or conquer.
Can't get over it
The situation is insurmountable and unyielding.
Ready or not here we come
We are prepared to face the challenges ahead.
Getting down for the one which we believe in
We are committed to taking action based on our beliefs.
Nineteen ninety three much more be ounce
The year is 1993 and there is much more to be done.
Ice Cube comin' with the half ounce
Ice Cube is bringing his own contribution to the effort.
Not just knee deep jeep fulla' smog
The situation is a tangled mess of environmental pollution and dysfunction.
Atomic dog
The situation is a complex and multifaceted problem, challenging to understand and address.
Like your behind heard it through the grapevine
The information is widespread and difficult to ignore or refute.
How much longer will you be mine?
The situation is uncertain and the outcome unknown.
And I'ma tell ya, I don't like drama
We seek to avoid unnecessary conflict and confrontation.
So do I have to put my handcuffs on your mama?
We don't want to resort to extreme measures or force, but will do what is necessary to achieve our goals.
'cause nothin' but did her damn boogie with my crew
We don't want to hold anyone responsible for problems they didn't create, but insist on working together to solve them.
But I'd rather be with you, boo
We seek to collaborate and find common ground with our allies and supporters.
And make you say humdrum, Tweedledee dumb
We aim to inspire creativity and imaginative solutions to complex problems.
Humdrum don't succumb when I'm done, fuckin' hicks
We refuse to accept boring, conventional thinking or those who uphold it.
One nation under a groove gettin' down for the funk of it
We are united in our efforts to create positive change and embrace the spirit of progress and innovation.
Tear the roof of this mother like we did last night son
We will work together to push beyond limitations and boundaries.
And hit you with the bop gun
We will bring our energy, enthusiasm, and creativity to the task at hand.
Here's my chance to dance my way
We are excited and emboldened by the opportunity to make a difference.
Out of my constriction
We seek to overcome the limitations or obstacles that have held us back.
Gonna be freakin' up and down
We will make the most of this opportunity to be creative, expressive, and free.
Hang up really late
We will work tirelessly and into the night to achieve our goals.
The groove I only got
We possess a unique rhythm, energy, and style that sets us apart.
Wish you all be moved
We hope to inspire others and motivate them to join our efforts.
Nothin' can stop us now
We are determined and unstoppable in our quest for positive change.
If you hear any noise, it's just me and the boys
We may make some noise, but it is in service of our cause.
Playin' with our toys
We are innovative and forward-thinking in our approach to problem-solving.
M-1, 'cause everybody's gotta have fun
We believe in finding joy and inspiration in our work and using it to fuel our efforts.
Under the sun, under the sun
Our work takes place in the open, in full view of the world.
So rough, so tough when I get down
We are resilient and persistent in the face of adversity.
The disco fiend with the monster sound
We are passionate and enthusiastic about our work, and strive to bring energy and excitement to all we do.
I wants to get (whistle) when I'm chillin'
We seek to enjoy the fruits of our labor and find balance in our lives outside of work.
The bigger the headache, the bigger the pill-in
We are willing to take on major challenges, knowing that great rewards come with great risks and efforts.
Comin' from the west
Our work and ideas are influenced by our geographical location, personal experiences, and cultural backgrounds.
We occupied, dedicated to the preservation motion of hips
Our work is driven by our passion for creativity, expression, and joy, and the belief that these things can help unite people and promote positive change.
Hittin' them dips, cd skips but I'm straight
We are agile and adaptable in the face of changing circumstances or unexpected hiccups.
As I bounce, rock, skate
We seek to remain active, innovative, and playful in our approach to problem-solving and achieving our goals.
Now I'll toast to that
We will celebrate our successes along the way and recognize the hard work that went into achieving them.
If it's rough, make the girls say "Do that stuff! Aw do that stuff!"
We seek to inspire others, especially women and girls, to take risks, be creative, and make positive change in their own lives and communities.
But ya got to be, you got to be a freak of the week
We value uniqueness, originality, and individuality, and seek to support and inspire those who embody these qualities.
For the top gun, hit you with the bop gun
We will work hard, innovate, and push beyond boundaries to achieve our goals and create positive change.
Do not attempt to adjust your radio
We are not trying to deceive anyone or manipulate the situation.
There ain't nothin' wrong, so hit the bong
We are confident and relaxed in our approach to problem-solving and achieving our goals.
Waitin' on the double dutch bus for a ride
We are open and receptive to new ideas, opportunities, and collaborators.
As the buffalo girl go round the outside
We welcome people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences in our movement for positive change.
Put a glide in your stride and a dip in your hip
We seek to bring style, creativity, and originality to everything we do.
Got Dayton's on the mother ship
We value quality, craftsmanship, and innovation in all aspects of our work and lives.
And you can ring my bell if you need me to pass
We are open and approachable, willing to offer help and support to those who need it.
The doja on the left hand side for the sale
We value freedom, autonomy, and choice in our personal lives and work to promote these values for others.
'cause nobody knows where the nose goes
We are open and curious, unafraid to explore new ideas and experiences.
When the ? dog child got the
Even when things seem confusing or chaotic, we strive to stay focused and determined in our efforts.
Lookin' for the theme from the Black Hole
We seek to understand and solve complex problems, even when they seem mysterious or difficult to comprehend.
Now I'll big bang you with my black pole
We will use our creativity, passion, and hard work to create big changes and positive outcomes.
A flashlight, red light, we don't like cops on the bike
We are wary of authority figures that seek to limit our freedom or control our actions.
Just made bail tonight
We are not afraid to take risks or push boundaries in our pursuit of positive change.
So whatcha gonna do when you get outta jail?
We seek to inspire others to dream big, take risks, and make positive changes in their own lives and communities.
I'm gonna have some fun with the bop gun
We will enjoy ourselves, remain optimistic, and stay motivated in our ongoing efforts for positive change.
Lyrics © A SIDE MUSIC LLC D/B/A MODERN WORKS MUSIC PUBLISHING, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: GEORGE CLINTON, WILLIAM BOOTSY COLLINS, GARRY MARSHALL SHIDER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@hinkhall5291
George Clinton is the secret sauce of gangsta rap. He made everything legendary.
@EricConey-qt6ls
💯
@erikmonroe8087
Agreed 💯
@czgibson3086
This is really more of a George Clinton record than an Ice Cube record. It's a really good tribute to the man who brought us the P-Funk.
@kenabi
the funktipus always brings you on through. always ready to give mankind a ride on the mothership~
@jplaya2023
All those G funk records are more george clinton records. They just paying homage to the king
@davidking3311
@420 Everyday Lethal Injection still one of my top 5 albums, needs some good subs for those bass lines though
@yodathecloverholder69
@j playa Don’t forget Roger Troutman.
@smokemystogies9063
Cubes verses make the song though, that second verse 👌
@calicentral9995
1993, Much more baiiiiaiiiiiounce