Rockafeller Skank
Koen Groeneveld, Fatboy Slim
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Written by: JOHN BARRY, NORMAN COOK, JOHN TERRY
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10 facts about this song
Artist's Recognition"Rockafeller Skank" was produced by Norman Cook, who goes by the stage name "Fatboy Slim". He's a respected British musician, DJ, and record producer known for his innovative beats and creative samples.
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Release DateThe song was released on 8th June 1998, as the lead single from Fatboy Slim's second studio album, "You've Come a Long Way, Baby".
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Chart Performance"Rockafeller Skank" peaked at number six in the UK Singles Chart. It also made its mark internationally by ranking within the top 40 in multiple countries including Australia, Belgium, and the United States.
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Mix of GenresThe song is commonly associated with the big beat genre, however, it also includes elements of dance-rock and electronic dance music, showcasing Fatboy Slim's versatility.
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Signature PhraseThe song is widely recognized for its recurring line "Right about now, the funk soul brother / Check it out now, the funk soul brother", which features prominently throughout the tune.
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Innovative Sampling"Rockafeller Skank" incorporates samples from a number of other songs, including "Sliced Tomatoes" by Just Brothers, "Beat Girl" by John Barry and His Orchestra, and "Vinyl Dogs Vibe" by Vinyl Dogs.
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Pop CultureThe song is popular in mainstream media and has been featured in several movies, including "She's All That" and "Bruce Almighty", and TV shows like "Futurama". It has also appeared in ads for brands like Nike, and in numerous video games, such as the "FIFA" series and "Dance Dance Revolution".
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Music VideoThe music video for the song was directed by Spike Jonze, who is widely known for his work on "Being John Malkovich", "Adaptation", and the "Jackass" TV series and movie franchise. The video features Fatboy Slim himself, dancing and lip-syncing to the track.
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Song LengthThe album version of the song runs for approximately seven minutes and five seconds, whereas the edited version - more commonly played on radios - is about four minutes.
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BRIT AwardsFatboy Slim's album "You've Come a Long Way, Baby", which includes "Rockafeller Skank", won Best Dance Act at the Brit Awards in 1999.
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