Shimmy Shimmy Ya
Ol' Dirty Bastard, Federation Sound
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Oh baby I like it raw Yeah baby I like it raw Oh baby I like it raw Yeah baby I like it raw Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya Gimme the mic so I can take it away Off on a natural charge bon-voyage Yeah from the home of the Dodger Brooklyn squad Wu-Tang killer bees on a swarm Rain on your college-ass disco dorm For you to even touch my skill You gotta put the one killer bee and he ain't gonna kill Now chop that down, pass it all around Lyrics get hard quick cement to the ground For any emcee in any fifty two states I get psycho, killer, Norman Bates My producer slam my flow is like bam Jump on stage ah then I dip down (I like the way you talk) Oh baby I like it raw Yeah baby I like it raw Oh baby I like it raw Yeah baby I like it raw Oh baby I like it raw Yeah baby I like it raw Oh baby I like it raw Yeah baby I like it raw Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya Gimme the mic so I can take it away Off on a natural charge bon-voyage Yeah from the home of the Dodger Brooklyn squad Wu-Tang killer bees on a swarm Rain on your college-ass disco dorm For you to even touch my skill You gotta put the one killer bee and he ain't gonna kill Now chop that down, pass it all around Lyrics get hard quick cement to the ground For any emcee in any fifty two states I get psycho, killer, Norman Bates My producer slam my flow is like bam Jump on stage ah then I dip down (I like the way you talk) Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya Gimme the mic so I can take it away
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Written by: Russell Jones, Robert Diggs
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Music Production"Shimmy Shimmy Ya" was produced by the RZA, one of the founding members of the Wu-Tang Clan. RZA is well-known for his lo-fi, soul-heavy beats that have become a trademark of the Wu-Tang sound.
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Song ReleaseThis song was released as the second single from Ol' Dirty Bastard’s debut solo album "Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version" in 1995.
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Music VideoThe music video is notable for featuring a piano-playing Ol' Dirty Bastard, which added to his eccentric onstage persona. The video is raw, stripped-back, and gritty but memorable in its simplicity.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its unorthodox sound, "Shimmy Shimmy Ya" managed to chart on the Billboard Hot 100. Peaking at number 62, it showed the growing commercial potential of hardcore hip hop during the mid-1990s.
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InfluenceThis song showcased Ol' Dirty Bastard’s unique style and flow, and has since become one of his most recognizable tracks. The hook is immediately catchy and has been sampled by numerous artists in various genres, indicating its impact and influence in music.
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Awards"Shimmy Shimmy Ya" was ranked number 59 on VH1’s 100 Greatest Songs of Hip Hop, which attests to its status as a hip-hop classic.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various artists, including the Black Eyed Peas. Their version appeared on the soundtrack for the film "End of Watch."
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Posthumous ReleaseAfter Ol' Dirty Bastard's death in 2004, an a cappella version of "Shimmy Shimmy Ya" was released on the compilation album "The Definitive Ol' Dirty Bastard Story”.
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Cinematic Appearances"Shimmy Shimmy Ya" has been featured in a number of films and trailers, including 'Knocked Up' and 'The Interview', both directed by Judd Apatow. This highlights the song's enduring popularity and its ability to cross over into mainstream pop culture.
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LegacyIt's considered as a signature song not just for Ol' Dirty Bastard, but for the Wu-Tang Clan as a whole. Its influence is still felt today as it continues to be played and appreciated by fans of all generations.
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