Super Freak

Rick James

About Super Freak

"Super Freak" is a 1981 single produced and performed by American singer Rick James. The song, co-written by James and Alonzo Miller, was first released on James' album Street Songs and became one of James' signature songs. "Freak" is a slang term for a very promiscuous girl, as described in the song's lyrics, "She's a very kinky girl / The kind you don't take home to mother". Rolling Stone magazine ranked the song #477 in its list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. Nine years later, MC Hammer's 1990 hit "U Can't Touch This" sampled it. The song was nominated for the Grammy for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance at the 1982 Grammys. 


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2006
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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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Rick James

Rick James (born James Ambrose Johnson, Jr.; February 1, 1948 – August 6, 2004) was an American singer, songwriter, musician and record producer, best known for being the major popularizer of funk music in the late 1970s and early 1980s thanks to million-selling hits such as "You and I" (1978), "Give It to Me Baby" (1981) and "Super Freak" (1981), the latter song crossing him over to pop audiences and selling over three million copies, later contributing to the success of rapper MC Hammer's "U Can't Touch This" (1990), which James sued to be credited for. James won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song with Hammer for the song, his only Grammy win. more »

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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.
Song Release
"Super Freak" was released as a part of Rick James' 1981 album called "Street Songs."
Chart Performance
The 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.
Music Analysis
Though 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.
Sampling & Influence
The 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.
Music Video
The 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.
Pop Culture Impact
Recognized for its catchy beat and memorable lyrics, "Super Freak" is frequently referenced in pop culture, appearing in numerous films, television shows, and commercials.
Lyrics Theme
The 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.
Posthumous Interest
Interest 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.
Awards
Though "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".
Cover Versions
Several 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.
Collaborative Efforts
The 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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