Raise the Roof
Luke, No Good But So Good
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[Featuring No Good But So Good] WHAT TIME IS IT?? (BOOTY TIME) CHORUS: Let's go Raise the roof Put em up there Raise the Roof Put em up there Raise the roof Put em up there Raise the roof Repeat 4 more times Come on ya'll it's a big booty party Get all ya'll day in day Chillin' in the M to the I to the A Makin' hits with Luke this way Burn the roof downtown..up If ya feel me just pump your fists up Left side, right side, what's up Put them legs up, want to' be change up Biggest stars show up out to the beat Federal track got more game than the Heat Get with that and I'ma get with this If you need to bite something playa bite this Don't say (???) how ya feel Now like a pimp talkin' out, comin' here Southside ready to get loose Pump ya fists and just raise the roof CHORUS Throw your hands in the air Big booty girls shake your darria And the place gonna' see one Yeah I see ya'll playa's representing over there And what about New York, Foxy Brown You know that we get down T nasty in the house and we don't quit This and that girls move your ass pump ya fists Little Kim and NGBG, pump ya fists in the air if your with me One time for Salt N Pepa Luke breaks express, gets so better Can't leave out the dirty south Phatlanta and the Brat That's what it's all about So (????) you came in All across the world let me see you pump your fists CHORUS What time is it? (Booty Time) What time is it? (Booty Time) What time is it? (Booty, booty, booty time) -Repeat CHORUS Time to get right, ride down I95 Might see me at Iny Wednesday night 4 - 5 - 6 Head track, Monday night fat break fsss Take a trip where they go, Cay club Chicago Ain't no tellin' where I might be Huston Texas, or D.C. Red Roper Fayetteville, Cap D get ill Eastside New York, Funk Master Flex get back Sssssouthside bama 9 WESTCOAST, show me love For bound west in the G-club Uncle Luke get loose I'm platinum bound, Now Raise the roof CHORUS Put em up there Put em up there Put yo hands up high (HIGH) Let me see you raise the roof (let me see you raise the roof) Put yo hands up high (HIGH) Let me see you raise the roof (let me see you raise the roof) Let me see you raise the Roof, roof, roof
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Written by: BARRY, CAMPBELL, RUDNICK
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., SENTRIC MUSIC
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11 facts about this song
Artist Background"Raise the Roof" is performed by Luther Roderick Campbell, known professionally as "Luke." He's an American rapper, promoter, and record executive.
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Production DetailsThis song was released in 1994, through label Luke Records, owned by Campbell himself, making him a leading figure in the Miami Bass genre.
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Chart Peak"Raise the Roof" peaked at number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1994.
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Album ContextThe song appeared on Luke’s album "In the Nude," which many believe marked a significant moment in the artist's career, showing his versatility and knack for creating energetic party anthems.
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Genre"Raise the Roof" is categorized under the Miami Bass genre, which is a form of hip hop music known for its use of high tempo beats and explicit lyrics.
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Catchphrase OriginThe song is credited with popularizing the phrase "Raise the Roof," as a jubilant exclaim usually chanted at parties and dance events.
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Censorship and ControversyLike many songs by Luke, "Raise the Roof" faced controversy for its explicit content, and a clean version had to be made for radio play.
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Cultural ImpactThe song had a significant cultural impact, especially in the 90s. It was often associated with the Miami party scene and popularized in mainstream music.
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Iconic Dance Moves"Raise the Roof" is also known for popularizing a dance move of the same name, wherein dancers push their palms upward, as though literally 'raising the roof.' This move became a staple at parties in the 90s.
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CollaborationsThe song features performances with other members of Luke Records, highlighting the label's roster and supporting other artists on their journey to stardom.
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Legal BattlesIt's worth noting that Luke had numerous legal battles throughout his career, especially pertaining to his explicit lyrical content. Despite this, "Raise the Roof" remains one of his most popular and successful songs.
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