Cha Cha Cha
MC Lyte
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[Kick this one here for me and my DJ] You can cha-cha-cha to this Mardis Gras I'm the dopest female that you've heard thus far And I do get better, the voice gets wetter Nobody gets hurt (as long as you let her) Do my thing with an '89 swing The dopeness I write, I guarantee delight To the hip-hop maniac, the Uptown brainiac In full effect, MC Lyte is back And better than before as if that was possible My competition, you'll find them in the hospital Visiting time, I think it's on a Sunday But notice they only get one day to shine The rest of the week is mine And I'll blind you with the science that the others have yet to find So come along and I'll lead you the right way Just clap your hands to the words I say, come on... [Kick this one here for me and my DJ] I've got the power to spread out and devour At the same time I'll eat you up with a rhyme But I'll let you slide 'cause you accidently hopped on the wrong side Now come on, that's suicide Hypothetically speaking Ok, let's say you didn't know what you were doing You're new in town, and you're looking around For another name to ruin, and it's me that you're pursuing? Well well well, I'll be damned I might as well tell you who I am I am the capital L-why-T-E And it's shocking I'm the one you're mocking Oh yes, I've been watching you watching me And like the fat on your back it's plain to see That you're a wannabe, but you can't be what you're not So you better start living with what you got [Kick this one here for me and my DJ] Yeah, DJ K-Rock when you hear a scratch Now it's time to kick a rhyme out the batch And you're the receiver eager as a beaver Time to convert the non-believer That I'm a roadrunner leaving you in the dust I can adjust to the times and at times I might just get quicker Than the ticker of your pacemaker More tender than a roni but harder than a jawbreaker So don't ever second guess me And if you're wondering who could the best be Think a second and recollect the worst whipping you ever had yet And I'll bet that I did it My fingerprints are still on you How many times I gotta warn you About the light? It'll blind your sight But the rhythm will still guide you through the night [Kick this tip... Kick this one here for me and my DJ]
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Written by: CHILL, FREDDIE BYRD, KING OF
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10 facts about this song
Creation Period"Cha Cha Cha" was released by MC Lyte in 1989, capturing the essence of late '80s hip-hop culture in America.
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AlbumThe song is part of her critically acclaimed album "Eyes on This", which was MC Lyte's second studio record.
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ProducerThe track was produced by King of Chill who was a frequent collaborator with MC Lyte.
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Chart Performance"Cha Cha Cha" reached No. 1 on the Hot Rap Singles Billboard Chart, showcasing its popularity among rap fans.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Cha Cha Cha" was directed by Lionel C. Martin, a prominent figure in music video production, particularly within the hip-hop genre.
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Lyrics"Cha Cha Cha" is celebrated for its clever wordplay and lyricism. MC Lyte uses her storytelling abilities to express her dominance in the male-dominated world of hip-hop while also addressing important societal issues.
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Pop Culture"Cha Cha Cha" often gets mentioned in hip hop debates or discussions around influential female rappers and breakthrough songs in the genre's history.
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InfluenceThe song has been regarded as groundbreaking in terms of paving the way for women in hip-hop. It helped MC Lyte become one of the first successful female rappers and continues to inspire female artists in the genre even today.
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RecognitionMC Lyte was recognized for her talents and contribution to hip-hop. She was the first female solo rapper ever to be nominated for a Grammy, partially due to the success of "Cha Cha Cha".
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Sampling"Cha Cha Cha" has been sampled in various songs by other artists, demonstrating its enduring influence in hip-hop culture. For example, it was sampled in "Lyte vs. Vanna Whyte" from MC Lyte's 1991 album, Act Like You Know.
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