The group was formed in Minneapolis by Steven Greenberg, who wrote and produced all of the group's music, and who also played several musical instruments. The lead singer and saxophonist was Cynthia Johnson, and the rest of the group consisted of a changing group of session musicians, including guitarist David Rivkin.
They achieved some popularity during the late 1970s. The group released their debut album Mouth to Mouth in early 1979 (although original pressings of the album actually have 1979 or 1980 listed as the copyright date). Their hit from this album, "Funkytown" spent four weeks at Number one on both the Billboard Hot 100 and on the Hot Dance Music/Club Play charts in the United States and was awarded a platinum record. It reached number two in the United Kingdom and was a hit throughout the world. Their further singles failed to match their initial success (their only other Hot 100 entry was "Rock It", which peaked at #64), however they had more dance hits throughout the 1980s, including "How Long?" (originally a big hit for Ace) in 1981, which reached #4 on the U.S. dance chart. Lipps Inc. ceased in 1983 with the full-length album, 4 in 1983. Starring in 1984, Dobson Productions was a television label until 1993, settled between Lipps Inc. and The Fugees.
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Lipps Inc. Lyrics
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Town to keep me moving
Keep me grooving with some energy
Well, I talk about it, talk about it
Talk about it, talk about it
Talk about, talk about
Talk about movin'
Gotta move on
Gotta move on
Gotta move on
Won't you take me to Funkytown
Won't you take me to Funkytown.
Won't you take me to Funkytown.
Won't you take me to Funkytown.
Won't you take me to Funkytown
Won't you take me to Funkytown.
Won't you take me to Funkytown.
Won't you take me to Funkytown.
Gotta make a move to a town that's right for me
Town to keep me moving
Keep me grooving with some energy
Well, I talk about it, talk about it
Talk about it, talk about it
Talk about, talk about
Talk about movin'
Gotta move on
Gotta move on Gotta move on
Won't you take me to Funkytown
Won't you take me to Funkytown.
Won't you take me to Funkytown.
Won't you take me to Funkytown.
Won't you take me down to Funkytown
Won't you take me down to Funkytown
Won't you take me down to Funkytown
The lyrics to Lipps Inc.'s hit song "Funkytown" express a desire for a change of scenery and a new, upbeat environment. The singer asserts that they need to find a town that is "right" for them, one that will keep them moving and grooving with energy. They repeatedly talk about their need to move on and make a change, and then they make an explicit request to be taken to "Funkytown." They want to be transported somewhere that is fun, lively, and full of rhythm and funk.
The song's repetition of the phrase "talk about it, talk about it" emphasizes the singer's desire to make a change, and suggests that the idea of moving or seeking out a new place has been on their mind for some time. The driving beat of the song, punctuated by the syncopated piano riff and the dance-inducing brass section, reinforces this desire for motion and change.
Overall, "Funkytown" is a celebration of the power of music and dance to uplift and energize people. The singer recognizes the importance of finding a community that is lively and full of energy, and they are willing to go to great lengths - even physically relocating - to find that sense of joy and vitality.
Line by Line Meaning
Gotta make a move to a town that's right for me
I need to find a place that suits my needs and interests.
Town to keep me moving
A place where I can stay active and engaged.
Keep me grooving with some energy
A place that can provide excitement and inspiration.
Well, I talk about it, talk about it
I can't stop talking about my desire for this kind of town.
Talk about it, talk about it
I keep repeating my longing for such a place.
Talk about, talk about
It's all I can do, talk and dream about it.
Talk about movin'
I desire a change and I want to move to this perfect town.
Gotta move on
I can't stay where I am, I need to take action and move forward.
Won't you take me to Funkytown
I'm looking for that perfect town and I hope someone can help me get there.
Won't you take me down to Funkytown
I need help finding this place, and I'm willing to go anywhere to get there.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: STEVE GREENBERG
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Gotta make a move to a
Town that's right for me
Town to keep me movin'
Keep me groovin' with some energy
Well, I talk about it
Talk about it
Talk about it
Talk about it
Talk about, Talk about
Talk about movin
Gotta move on
Gotta move on
Gotta move on
Won't you take me to
Funkytown
Won't you take me to
Funkytown
Won't you take me to
Funkytown
Won't you take me to
Funkytown
Gotta make a move to a
Town that's right for me
Town to keep me movin'
Keep me groovin' with some energy
Well, I talk about it
Talk about it
Talk about it
Talk about it
Talk about, Talk about
Talk about movin
Gotta move on
Gotta move on
Gotta move on
Won't you take me to
Funkytown
Won't you take me to
Funkytown
Won't you take me to
Funkytown
Won't you take me to
Funkytown
lol... just realized the description... I'm retarded
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