Funkin' for Jamaica
Tom Browne
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Jamaica funk, that's what it is let it get into you C'mon I've got a groove you know where I 'll be Funkin for Jamaica If ya feel it let it get into you Jamaica funk, that's what it is let it get into you I feel it inside my soul let it get into you Cause there's enough to go all the way around let it get into you let it fill you up inside This feelin's funk that's what it is let it get into you Jamaica funk that's what it is we be funkin for Jamaica If ya feel it and I let it get into me Jamaica funk that's what it was let it get into you That feelin's funk that's what it was and I let it get into me I let it get into me woa woa woa this feelin's funk that's what it is
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Written by: THOMAS BROWNE, THOMASSINA SMITH
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"Tom Browne" is an American jazz trumpeter who played a major role in composing R&B hits in the 1970s and 1980s. His song "Funkin' for Jamaica" is one of his most renowned pieces.
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Song OriginThe song "Funkin' for Jamaica" was released in 1980 as a part of Tom Browne's second studio album named "Love Approach," produced by Dave Grusin and Larry Rosen under the record label "GRP Records."
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Chart PerformanceThis song was a huge commercial success. It topped the U.S. Billboard R&B chart and reached no. 9 on the pop chart.
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Song InspirationThe song is inspired by the neighborhood in Queens, New York named Jamaica. It gives a reflection of Browne's youthful memories about the vibrant music scene of Jamaica, Queens, and not the Caribbean Jamaica.
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Musical Style"Funkin' for Jamaica" showcases the musical style of R&B with a strong jazz-funk influence, highlighting Tom Browne's mastery in combining genres.
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Popular UseThe song has been featured in numerous films and TV series over the years due to its retro vibe and catchy tune. It is also often played on radio stations dedicated to classic R&B and Jazz Funk music.
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Song Legacy"Funkin' for Jamaica" remains one of Tom Browne's most loved and recognized songs and is credited with further popularizing the Jazz-Funk genre as part of mainstream music.
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Sampled by Other ArtistsOver the years, this song has been sampled by various hip-hop and dance music artists in their tracks, manifesting the song's impact and contribution to the music industry.
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Distinctive SignatureBrowne's trumpet performance in "Funkin' for Jamaica" is often considered one of his most distinctive signatures in his music career. It showcases his technical virtuosity and distinct style.
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Live PerformancesEven after many years of its release, "Funkin' for Jamaica" remains a crowd favorite at Tom Browne's live concerts, showcasing its enduring popularity.
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