Hustle
Van McCoy, Soul City Orchestra
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Oh, do it Oh, do it Do it Do the hustle, do the hustle Do the hustle, do the hustle Do the hustle Oh, do it Oh, do it Do the hustle, do the hustle Do the hustle, do the hustle Do the hustle
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10 facts about this song
Musical Style"Hustle" is often categorically identified as a disco song - a genre that was popularized in the 1970s.
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Release YearIt was released in 1975, during the golden era of disco music.
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Artist BackgroundVan McCoy was a well-known American musician, record producer, arranger, and songwriter.
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Chart Performance"The Hustle" became a major success — it reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and Hot Soul Singles charts. It also reached the top spot in Canada and peaked at number three in the UK.
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Grammy Award"The Hustle" won a Grammy Award in 1976 for Best Pop Instrumental Performance, reinforcing Van McCoy's musical acumen.
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Cultural ImpactThe song inspired a dance of the same name - the hustle. This dance became a cultural phenomenon in the 70s disco scene.
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CompositionIt is primarily an instrumental track with a few vocal phrases such as 'Do the Hustle!'
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Posthumous RecognitionSadly, Van McCoy passed away in 1979 at an early age, but his song "The Hustle" continues to be a classic, often included in various classic dance and disco playlists.
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Cover versionsThe song has been covered by a number of artists in ensuing years, including a Spanish version by Charo in 1976 and a fast-paced version by techno group Scooter in 2004.
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Cultural References“The Hustle” isn't just popular in the music and dance scene - it has been featured in various movie soundtracks and television shows, contributing to its long-lasting popularity.
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