Super Freak
Rick James
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She's a very kinky girl, The kind you don't take home to mother She will never let your spirits down, Once you get her off the street. She likes the boys in the band, She says that I'm her all time favorite When I make my move to her room, It's the right time, she's never hard to please. That girl is pretty wild now The girl's a super freak The kind of girl you read about In the new wave magazines. That girl is pretty kinky The girl's a super freak I'd really like to taste her Every time we meet. She's all right, she's all right That girl's all right with me yeah. She's a super freak, super freak, She's super freaky, super freak, super freak. She's a very special girl, From her head down to her toenails Yet she'll wait for me at backstage with her girlfriends, In a limousine. Three's not a crowd to her, she said "Room 714, I'll be waiting." When I get there she's got incense, wine and candles It's such a freaky scene. That girl is pretty wild now The girl's a super freak The kind of girl you read about In the new wave magazines. That girl is pretty kinky The girl's a super freak I'd really like to taste her Every time we meet. She's all right, she's all right That girl's all right with me yeah. She's a super freak, super freak, She's super freaky, super freak, super freak. Temptations sing, oh, super freak, Super freak, the girl's a super freak, oh. She's a very kinky girl, The kind you don't take home to mother She will never let your spirits down, Once you get her off the street.
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Written by: Alonzo Miller, Rick James
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12 facts about this song
Artist Background"Super Freak" is a single from Rick James, an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer known for his groundbreaking work in the funk and soul genre during the 1980s.
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Song Release"Super Freak" was released as a part of Rick James' 1981 album called "Street Songs."
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a commercial success, peaking at No.16 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts in the United States. It reached No.3 on the Billboard R&B charts as well.
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Music AnalysisThough primarily a funk and soul track, "Super Freak" also infuses rock and new wave elements, making it a unique offering in the early 80s music scene.
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Sampling & InfluenceThe song's bassline was later sampled for MC Hammer's biggest hit song "U Can't Touch This" in 1990. This led to a legal dispute over royalties, which was eventually settled in Rick James' favor.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Super Freak" was a lavish production, featuring Rick James surrounded by funky dancers, a reflection of the era's opulent music culture.
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Pop Culture ImpactRecognized for its catchy beat and memorable lyrics, "Super Freak" is frequently referenced in pop culture, appearing in numerous films, television shows, and commercials.
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Lyrics ThemeThe song's lyrics depict a character who is excited about a girl who is 'super freaky' - unusually kinky. The sexual nature of the track was considered borderline risqué during its release.
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Posthumous InterestInterest in "Super Freak" surged following Rick James' unexpected death in 2004. The track once again climbed the charts and found a new generation of listeners.
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AwardsThough "Super Freak" didn't win any awards upon its initial release, Rick James posthumously won a Grammy for Best R&B Song in 1991, thanks to "U Can't Touch This" – a sampling offspring of "Super Freak".
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered "Super Freak", reflecting its enduring popularity across different music styles. A notable cover came from punk rock band The Afghan Whigs in 1993.
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Collaborative EffortsThe background vocals on "Super Freak" feature the Motown girls group, The Temptations, indicating James' link to the previous generation of soul musicians.
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