Do Ya Wanna Funk

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"Do Ya Wanna Funk" is a dance song recorded by American recording artist Sylvester. The song was released in 1982 and it was produced by Patrick Cowley, who incidentally died the same year. "Do Ya Wanna Funk" was mostly successful in Europe, especially in Switzerland, Netherlands, Norway (where it became a top-10 hit) and in the United Kingdom where it made the top 40. It also made the Top 30 in Australia. The song was inspired by Jeanie Tracy's single "I'm Your Jeanie", who was a background vocalist for Sylvester.  


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1983
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Sylvester

Sylvester is a name derived from the Latin adjective silvestris meaning "wooded" or "wild", which derives from the noun silva meaning "woodland". Classical Latin spells this with i. In Classical Latin y represented a separate sound distinct from i, not a native Latin sound but one used in transcriptions of foreign words. After the Classical period y came to be pronounced as i. Spellings with Sylv- in place of Silv- date from after the Classical period. more »

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Genre
"Do Ya Wanna Funk" is a classic disco song, predominantly characterized by bass and synthesizer-driven electronic beats.
Release Date
The song was released in the year 1982.
Artist
"Do Ya Wanna Funk" is performed by Sylvester, an American singer-songwriter who was known for his flamboyant and androgynous appearance.
Producer
The song was produced by Patrick Cowley, a pioneer in the genre of electronic dance music.
Billboard Hot Dance Club Play Chart
"Do Ya Wanna Funk" reached the number one spot on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play Chart in 1982.
Influence
Despite being nearly 40 years old, the song remains influential and has been used in several movies and commercials, symbolizing the unending spirit of disco.
Music Video
The original music video for "Do Ya Wanna Funk" is a spectacle of disco culture, featuring Sylvester's distinctive stage presence and costume design.
Patrick Cowley's Tribute
The song served as a tribute to producer Patrick Cowley who died in November 1982 shortly after the song's release.
LGBT representation
Both Sylvester and Cowley were openly gay, making the song an important piece in the history of LGBT music and culture.
Cover Versions
"Do Ya Wanna Funk" has inspired many covers and remixes since its original release, signifying its lasting impact on the music world.

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