Hey Ladies
Beastie Boys
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Hey ladies in the place, I'm callin' out to ya There never was a city kid truer and bluer There's more to me than you'll ever know And I've got more hits than Sadaharu Oh Tom Thumb, Tom Cushman or Tom Foolery Date women on T.V. with the help of Chuck Woolery Words are flowing out just like the Grand Canyon And I'm always out looking for a female companion Threw the lasso around the tallest one and dragged her to the crib I took off her moccasins and put on my bib Wheelin' and dealin' I make a little bit of stealing I'll bring her back to the place and your dress I'm peeling Your body's on time and your mind is appealing Staring at the cracks up there up on the ceiling Such and such'll be thr bass that I'm throwing I'm talking to the girl telling her I'm all-knowing She's talking to the kid, kid, to the kid I'm telling her every lie that you know that I never did Hey ladies, get funky All the ladies in the house The ladies, the ladies Well, me in the corner with a good looking daughter I dropped my drawers, said welcome back Kotter We was cutting up the rug, she started cutting up the carpet In my apartment, I begged her, please stop it The gift of gab is the gift that I have And that girl ain't nothing but a crab Educated no, stupid yep And when I say stupid, I mean stupid fresh I'm not James at fifteen or Chachi in charge I'm Adam and I'm adamant about living large With the white sassoons and the looks that kill Makin' love in the back of my Coupe De Ville I met a little cutie she was all hopped up on zootie I liked the little cutie but I kicked her in the bootie 'Cause I don't kinda go for that messin' around You be listening to my records' a number one sound Just step to the rhythm, step, step to the ride I've got an open mind so why don't you all get inside? Tune in, turn on to my tune that's live Ladies flock like bees to a hive Hey ladies, get funky Hey, hey, hey, hey ladies (girls, girls, girls) Hey, hey, hey, hey, ladies One more time, ain't it funky now? Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey ladies (Ain't it funky now?) well, you know that She got a gold tooth you know she's hardcore She'll show you a good time then she'll show you the door Break up with your girl it ended in tears Vincent Van Gogh go and mail that ear Call her in the middle of the night when I'm drinking Phone booth on the corner is damp and it's stinking Said come on over it was me that she missed I threw that trash can through her window 'cause you know I got dissed Your old lady left you and you went insane You blew yourself up in the back of the six train Take my advice at any price a gorilla like your mother is mighty weak Sucking down pints until I didn't know Woke up in the morning with a one-ton ho 'Cause I announce I like girls that bounce With the weight that pays about a pound per ounce Girls with curls and big long locks And beatnik chicks just wearing their smocks Walking high and mighty like she's number one (She thinks she's the passionate one!) Hey ladies, get funky Dance! Good god! Baby, baby, baby, baby Ain't it funky brother? Hey, hey, hey, hey ladies Hey ladies
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Written by: Roger Troutman, Larry Troutman, Michael Diamond, Adam Yauch, Michael Simpson, Barbarella Bishop, Ronald Ford, Linda Shider, Adam Horovitz, Gary Shider, Matt Dike, John King
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Album"Hey Ladies" is a song by American hip-hop group Beastie Boys, featured on their second studio album, "Paul's Boutique" released in 1989.
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Genre DevelopmentThe song played a crucial role in the evolution of the Beastie Boys' sound, moving away from their punk roots to a more complex, sample-heavy sound.
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Chart Success"Hey Ladies" achieved considerable success on the charts, reaching number 36 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it the only song from "Paul's Boutique" to chart.
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Funk InfluenceThe track is heavily influenced by funk and disco music, with samples from tracks by artists such as Kool & The Gang and The Commodores.
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Album SingleInterestingly, it was the first single released from "Paul's Boutique" and is often considered one of the standout tracks on the album.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Hey Ladies" is a homage to 1970's disco and funk, featuring the band members in characteristically zany outfits.
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ProductionFamed production duo the Dust Brothers produced the song. They were known for their innovative use of sampling, which is a prominent feature of "Hey Ladies".
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Cultural Impact"Hey Ladies" has been featured in various facets of popular culture, including movies, advertisements, and television shows.
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AwardsThe track was nominated for "Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group" at the 1990 Grammy Awards.
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Sample UsageThe song uses an eclectic and diverse array of samples (more than 15 songs), from popular tracks to lesser-known records, demonstrating the Beastie Boys' deep knowledge of music history.
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Song LengthAn interesting aspect of "Hey Ladies" is its length. Its official album version clocks in at just over three and a half minutes, but the 12-inch vinyl single release features a version that's nearly seven minutes long.
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Critical AcclaimDespite its initial mixed commercial success, "Hey Ladies" is now regarded as a classic of the Beastie Boys' catalog, demonstrating their innovative approach to hip-hop.
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