Doo WA Ditty

Zapp

About Doo WA Ditty

"Doo Wa Ditty (Blow That Thing)" / "A Touch of Jazz (Playin' Kinda Ruff Part II)" is a single performed by Zapp, issued as the lead single from their second studio album Zapp II. "Doo Wa Ditty" is the third track on the album, while "A Touch of Jazz" is the closing track on the album. The single peaked at No. 10 on the Billboard R&B singles chart in 1982. The song "Doo Wa Ditty (Blow That Thing)" has been sampled on "Do U Wanna Roll (Dolittle Theme)" (2001), a track by R. L., Snoop Dogg and Lil' Kim from the Dr. Dolittle 2 soundtrack. 


Year:
1983
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Oh oh oh, wanna blow my thing
Oh oh oh, wanna blow my thing
Oh oh oh, wanna blow my thing

Just do your thing
Just do your thing
Just do your thing
Just do your thing
Just do your thing
Just do your thing

Said, "I wanna blow"
(Doo wa)
Just let me blow
(Doo wa ditty)
Blow my thing, baby
Blow my thing
(Doo wa ditty)

Said, "I wanna blow"
(Doo wa)
Just let me blow
(Doo wa ditty)
Blow my thing, baby
Blow my thing
(Doo wa ditty)

Said, "I wanna blow"
(Doo wa)
Just let me blow
(Doo wa ditty)
Blow my thing, baby
Blow my thing
(Doo wa ditty)

Just do your thing
Just do your thing
Just do your thing
Just do your thing
Just do your thing
Just do your thing
Just do your thing

Let me blow my thing
Wanna blow my thing, baby
Now dig my funky thing

Said, "I wanna blow"
(Doo wa)
Just let me blow
(Doo wa ditty)
Blow my thing, baby
Blow my thing
(Doo wa ditty)

Said, "I wanna blow"
(Doo wa)
Just let me blow
(Doo wa ditty)
Blow my thing, baby
Blow my thing
(Doo wa ditty)

Said, "I wanna blow"
(Doo wa)
Just let me blow
(Doo wa ditty)
Blow my thing, baby
Blow my thing
(Doo wa ditty)

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Zapp

Zapp (also known as the Zapp Band or Zapp and Roger) is a soul and funk band formed in 1978 by brothers Roger Troutman, Larry Troutman, Lester Troutman, Terry Troutman, Bobby Glover and Gregory Jackson. Known for hits such as "More Bounce to the Ounce", "Dance Floor" and "Computer Love", the group was a partial source of inspiration to West Coast hip-hop and G-funk, which came out of the hand clapped-drum beat styled funk of Zapp's records, with Roger's use of the talk box becoming another reason for the group's impact and its success. more »

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Written by: ROGER TROUTMAN, LARRY TROUTMAN

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14 facts about this song

Music Genre
"Doo WA Ditty (Blow That Thing)" is a funky music track that combines elements of soul, dance and electronic music, illustrating the band's blend of genres.
Release Date
It was released in 1982 which marked the emergence of electro-funk as a popular genre in the 1980's.
Album
The song is part of the album titled "Zapp II." This album helped to solidify the band's status in the funk music industry.
Band Involvement
"Zapp" is a band that was fronted by Roger Troutman. The song, like much of Zapp's work, showcases Troutman's use of the talk box.
Song Popularity
Though not as successful as their biggest hit "More Bounce to the Ounce", "Doo WA Ditty (Blow That Thing)" was fairly popular in its time and made it to #10 on the US R&B charts.
Talk box Role
The song prominently features the talk box, an electronic device that allows musicians to modify the sound of a musical instrument. Roger Troutman was known for his masterful use of this device.
Influence
The addictive, danceable beat and innovative sound of "Doo Wa Ditty" has influenced many musicians in R&B and hip-hop, highlighting Zapp's significant contribution to modern music.
Accompanying Music Video
The music video for the song features the band on stage performing the song with a lot of energetic dance moves.
Sample Usage
"Doo WA Ditty" has been sampled by numerous artists in the hip-hop industry, showcasing its lasting influence.
Career Impact
The popularity of this song and other tracks from the same album helped establish Zapp as one of the preeminent funk bands of the 80s.
Roger Troutman's Death
After the tragic death of Roger Troutman in 1999, "Doo WA Ditty" along with other Zapp's hits became representative of his legacy in the music industry.
Distinctive Look
In the music video for "Doo WA Ditty," Roger Troutman can be seen in his distinctive star-shaped sunglasses, which became a trademark of his image.
Live Performances
"Doo Wa Ditty" remains a staple in Zapp's live performances, demonstrating the song's enduring popularity among fans.
Lyrics
The lyrics are about having a good time, dancing and singing along to the music, which reflects the overall vibe of the band's music.

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