Accompanying Nils on his musical journey is a contemporary Who’s-Who of jazz and pop, including drummer Steve Ferrone (George Harrison, Eric Clapton, Average White Band), bassist Abe Laboriel (Herbie Hancock, Dionne Warwick, Ray Charles), percussionist Alex Acuna (Wayne Shorter, Rickie Lee Jones, Tracy Chapman), guitarist Paul Jackson, Jr. (Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Madonna), saxophonist Gerald Albright (Anita Baker, Whitney Houston), and singer Siedah Garrett (Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Quincy Jones).
NILS changed his vocation from session guitarist ( Temptations, George Benson, Rick Braun) to recording artist in 2005 when his self produced hit song PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY from the same titled CD became one of the biggest hits of the Contemporary Jazz genre. The song stayed 7 weeks number one and put Nils name on top of the list having the most played song of 2005 ahead of Dave Koz, Boney James and Kenny G. Following up with a second number one hit " Summer Nights" Nils ensured his position in the Genre. His 2007 follow up CD "Ready To Play" produced another hit song Cat Nap. His newest offering "Up Close and Personal" was released in March 2009.
As a Producer Nils created music for TV ( Weeds - Showtime, Undeclared - Fox, Film Independent Spirit Awards - IFC) He produced his own CDs (Pacific Coast Highway, Ready To Play and Up Close And Personal) as well as as Transmuteo and Journey to Eden for Violinist DOV on Lovestar records. He also produced the forthcoming CD of AC/Pop/ R&B group Gravity180 in collaboration with Eddie Brown.
What The Funk
Nils Lyrics
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Get down and party
What the funk?
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Get down and party
What the funk?
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Get down and party
What the funk?
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Get down and party
What the funk?
Yeah, yeah
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Get down and party
What the funk?
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Get down and party
What the funk?
Say what?
What the funk?
What the funk?
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Get down and party
The lyrics to Nils's song "What The Funk?" are repetitive and straightforward, but they convey a sense of energy and enthusiasm. The song encourages the listener to let loose and enjoy themselves by getting down and partying to the funky music.
The repeated phrase "Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, get down and party" is a call to action, urging the audience to join in and participate in the celebration. The use of the word "funk" throughout the lyrics references the musical genre known for its rhythmic and groovy sound. It signifies that the music being played is funky and encourages the listener to embrace and enjoy its infectious rhythm.
The phrase "What the funk?" is used as a play on words, substituting "funk" for a similar-sounding expletive. It adds a playful and humorous tone to the song, suggesting that the music is so good and compelling that it leaves the listener wondering in amazement, "What is this incredible funk?"
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm about the upcoming event or occasion
Get down and party
Let loose, have a good time, and enjoy oneself by dancing and celebrating
What the funk?
Expressing confusion or surprise about the unusual or unexpected situation
Yeah, yeah
Showing agreement or affirmation to the previous statements or actions
Say what?
Requesting clarification or seeking further explanation for something surprising or confusing
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Clydene Jackson, Eddie Brown, Kathryn Bostic, Nils Jiptner
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