Afrika Shox

Leftfield

About Afrika Shox

"Afrika Shox" is a song by Leftfield, the first single released from their album Rhythm and Stealth. The song featured vocals by Afrika Bambaataa. It was written by Neil Barnes, Paul Daley, Afrika Bambaataa and Nick Rapaccioli and produced by Leftfield and Nick Rapaccioli. It was released on CD and 12" on 6 September 1999 on the Hard Hands record label, published by Chrysalis Music. The song was their highest charting single, reaching #7 in the UK Singles Chart. The song was later used in the 2001 film Vanilla Sky and was included in the film's soundtrack album.  


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Africa Bambaataa
Feel the rhythm of the Africa Bambaataa
Are you ready for the new age?
They are setting the stage

For the renegades
To control your mind
They planned it yesterday, free
Zulu Nation here to stay

Let's get electrified, let's get electrified
Let's get electrified, let's get electrified
Let's get electrified, let's get electrified
Let's get electrified, let's get electrified

Pump it, rockin' it, stickin' it, funkin' it Africa
Pump it, rockin' it, stickin' it, funkin' it Zulu Nation
Z.U.L.U that's the way we say Zulu
Z.U.L.U that's the way we say Zulu

Zulu Nation, cities of angels
Zulu Nation, cities of angels
Africa Bambaataa Zulu Nation
Electro funk, electro funk
Electro funk future shock

We want your funk Africa
We want your funk
Let's get electrified, let's get electrified
Let's get electrified, let's get electrified

The world is on fire, can I take you higher?
The world is on fire
Zulu Nation
Ha ha ha future, ha ha ha future

Electro get going and the funk don't stop
Time to clear the floor and let the Zulu's rock
?

The year 2000 is on the way some say
The year 2000 has been here since yesterday
Electric beats, electric beats
We're Zulus

?
The future's gonna rock
?
The future's gonna rock say what
Z.U.L.U that's the way you say Zulu
Z.U.L.U that's the way you say Zulu

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Leftfield

Leftfield is a British electronic band formed in 1989 in London, England. From 1989 to 2012, Leftfield was a duo of artists and record producers that consisted of Neil Barnes and Paul Daley (formerly of The Rivals, A Man Called Adam and the Brand New Heavies). In January 2010, Barnes resurrected the band name and having toured the world for a couple of years is now writing new material for a third album. Daley has declined to be involved and is focusing upon his solo career. more »

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Written by: AASIM BEY BAMBAATAA, NEIL BARNES, NICHOLAS RAPACCIOLI, PAUL DALEY

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10 facts about this song

Release and Album Details
"Afrika Shox" is a song by British music duo Leftfield, released as the first single from their second album, "Rhythm and Stealth" in 1999.
Collaborator
The song features guest vocals from American rapper and hip-hop artist Afrika Bambaataa, hence the title "Afrika Shox".
Genre and Style
Musically, "Afrika Shox" is a fusion of electronic dance music and hip-hop with Bambaataa's distinctive vocals laid over Leftfield's synth-heavy production.
Music Video
The music video for "Afrika Shox", directed by Chris Cunningham, is notable for its high-tech, special effects-heavy visuals.
Chart Performance
"Afrika Shox" reached number 7 on the UK singles chart, making it one of Leftfield's most commercially successful songs.
Award Recognition
The "Afrika Shox" music video received a Grammy nomination for Best Short Form Music Video in 2000.
Soundtrack Appearance
"Afrika Shox" was also featured in the soundtrack for the 2000 film " Vanilla Sky", starring Tom Cruise.
Critical Acclaim
Both the song and its accompanying music video have received critical acclaim, with critics praising its unique fusion of styles, its inventive production, and Bambaataa's memorable lyrics and performance.
Use in Sports
Over the years, the song has been used in several sports-related media, including video game soundtracks and TV broadcasts of sports events.
Legacy
"Afrika Shox" continues to be celebrated as a standout track in Leftfield's discography and a landmark in the fusion of electronic music and hip-hop.

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