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Lipps Inc.'s "Funkytown," released on March 11, 1980, is an iconic disco track that encapsulates the desire to find a vibrant music scene. Featured on their debut album, “Mouth to Mouth”, the song was both written and produced by Steven Greenberg. It achieved remarkable global success, topping charts in numerous countries, including the United States, Australia, and Germany. The track's infectious rhythm and memorable synth riff have solidified its place as a dance floor staple and a defining anthem of the disco era.
Lipps Inc was an American disco and funk group from Minneapolis, Minnesota. The group was best known for the chart-topping 1980 worldwide hit single "Funkytown" which hit No. 1 in 28 countries and was certified as double-platinum in sales.
The group originally consisted of lead vocalist Cynthia Johnson and a changing lineup of session musicians including guitarist David Rivkin, guitarist Tom Riopelle and bassist Terry Grant. Steven Greenberg, the creator of the act, wrote and produced most of the group's music.
Lipps Inc.’s music video for “Funkytown”, released 1980. 2:46 in HD, 51,923,709 plays and 352,605 likes on YouTube. Filed under Dance, Pop, R&B and Soul. AltSounds Curated.