Sugarhill issued an album, Positive Force, in 1980 along with a second single, "Especially for You." Again, nothing sales-wise in the States, but they enjoyed a little cult following in the U.K. and appeared on the Top of the Pops television show β their first and only taste of stardom. "We Got the Funk" made a second appearance on the U.K. charts as part of a medley from Calibre Cuts; the occasion marked their last chart showing. They reemerged in 1982 as Positive Express for a final album, entitled Changing Times, a joint venture by Victory and Sugarhill Records. After the single "Welcome to the Party" b/w "Not on the Outside" (the Moments' debut hit) stiffed out, they disbanded. Though known for funk, Positive Force/Express had a slow side, which they demonstrated on their albums via tearjerkers like "Today It Snowed."
We Got The Funk
Positive Force Lyrics
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Oooh, yeah
Alright y'all, yeah, alright
Party, party
Yeah, everybody's here now, yeah, oooh!
Alright y'all, yeah, what's happenin'?
Don't stop, don't stop, oooh, yeah (Break it down now)
Check this out y'all
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk (We got it), we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
We got a funk that you can dance to
We don't mind if you choose not to
All we ask is that you get down
We feel better having you around
Gonna party
Gonna party
Gonna party
Gonna party, 'cause we got a funk
Listen to the music
Let it soothe your mind
Everybody join in
Have a good time, yeah
Yeaheah
Have a good time
You better have a good time
Oooh!
Alright y'all
Yeah, aha, party
Yeah, I hear you, yeah
Oooh
Aha, yeah
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk (We got it), we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
Lyrics courtesy Lyricsvault.net
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
Brian's got the funk (He's got it), he's got the funk, yeah
Bernard's got the funk (He's got it), he's got the funk, yeah
Gitchy's got the funk (He's got it), he's got the funk, yeah
Bird's got the funk (He's got it), he's got the funk, yeah
Vickie's got the funk (I've got it), she's got the funk, yeah
Colette's got the funk (I've got it), she's got the funk, yeah
Everybody, gather round
'Cause we got the funkiest sound in town
We don't mind if you groove
Come on, people, get in the mood
Gonna party
Gonna party
Gonna party
Gonna party, 'cause we got a funk
Listen to the music
Let it soothe your mind
Everybody join in
Have a good time yeaheah, yeaheah
Have a good time (Oooh!)
You better have a good time (Right this time, y'all!
Yeah!)
Alright, yeah
Party
Party time, y'all
What's happenin'?
Party, party y'all
Everybody get down, yeah
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk (We got it), we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk (We got it), we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
Brian's got the funk (He's got it), he's got the funk, yeah
Bernard's got the funk (He's got it), he's got the funk, yeah
Gitchy's got the funk (He's got it), he's got the funk, yeah
Bird's got the funk (He's got it), he's got the funk, yeah
Vickie's got the funk (I've got it), she's got the funk, yeah
Colette's got the funk (I've got it), she's got the funk, yeah
(Brenda's got the funk) I've got it (She's got the funk, yeah)
We all got the funk (We got it), we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
Yeah!
Yeah!
Yeah!
Aha, aha, oh yeah
Come on, y'all, yeah, come on, y'all
Party, oooh
Aha (Ooohooo, ooohooo)
Yeah (We got the groove), yeah!
(Yeah!
Alright, go ahead, Bird
Alright, Bernard
Alright, Brian, alright!)
Yeah, oooh, yeah
(Yeah)
What's up, girls?
Yeah
(We got it, we got it right away!) Aha
We got the groove, girls
We got the funk, yeah
Oooh
We got the funk
Yeah
"We Got The Funk" by Positive Force is a classic funk party anthem. The song talks about how the band has the funk sound and that they want everyone to come and dance to it. The song opens with the sound of a party in full swing, with people shouting and cheering, setting the tone for the rest of the song. The lead vocals and the back-up vocals alternate throughout the song, and the rhythm is carried by the steady beat of the drums and the heavy bassline.
The chorus of the song continuously repeats the phrase "We got the funk" over and over again, emphasizing the band's confident claim that they indeed have the funk sound that people are going to enjoy. The song also suggests that the band wants everyone to let loose and have a good time, as they say that they don't mind if people choose not to dance, but they are happy to have them around.
Overall, "We Got The Funk" is a feel-good song that encourages people to let loose, dance, and enjoy themselves. The catchy chorus and upbeat rhythm make it impossible not to move your feet.
Line by Line Meaning
Alright y'all, yeah, what's happenin'?
The singer greets his friends and asks them what is happening.
We got the funk, we got the funk, yeah
The group is proud to say that they possess the rhythm and energy to dance.
We got a funk that you can dance to
Their rhythm is infectious and it will be impossible not to dance to it.
We don't mind if you choose not to
There is no pressure on listeners to dance.
All we ask is that you get down
They merely ask that people enjoy themselves.
We feel better having you around
They are happier in a party with friends.
Come on, people, get in the mood
They want everyone in the party to enjoy themselves.
Listen to the music
They want everyone to appreciate the music.
Let it soothe your mind
They think that music can also calm the mind.
Everybody join in
The band wants everyone to participate.
Have a good time
They want listeners to have fun.
You better have a good time
They are sure that everyone will enjoy the music.
Everybody get down, yeah
They are asking people to dance and have a good time.
Contributed by Jonathan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
mikolo10
In the 80βs I got the funk, itβs 2020 and I still got the funk. Positive Force you are the bomb. I will love this music forever....
Kesiena Bezi
Still getting the funk in 2022
Great song
Richard A. Levy
I dug this groove back when it came out and even luv it more now than ever!
Marlon Mark
One of my all time favorites!
Philadelphia Wanderer
One of Philadelphia's very earliest disco raps and probably the birthplace of disco alongside of course NYC!!! THANK YOU PHILADELPHIA!!!
Joanne Hines
The quintessential & timeless Friday party song!!!
Jeffrey W. Jeff Jones
The break on this was crazy. A scratching djs was in heaven with this. Brian's gor the funk Bernard's got the funk......
Ruben Quinones
I always loved this song & during these times i still do.
Pllm30
I love this uplifting song. Thanks Joy Radio UK for introducing me to it.
Dawn Paige
I definitely remember that song 1979 I was nineteen years old when that song was out. The airwaves were playing this song as well. This was definitely my jam back in the day.