Boogie Fever
The Sylvers
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Boogie fever, got to boogie down Boogie fever, I think it's going around I took my baby to the drive-in show She turned the speaker down And then she turned on the radio I watched a silent movie, diggin' funky sound She's got the boogie fever She likes to boogie down Boogie fever I think it's going around I took my baby to the pizza parlor (pizza parlour) To get a bite to eat, na na na I put some money in the jukebox for her You know she ate her pizza dancing to the beat She's got the boogie fever She likes to boogie down, oh Shes got the boogie fever I think it's going around (All night long, we did the bump, bump, bump) Yes we did, yes we did, yes we did, yeah (She kept it going strong) doin' the bump, bump, bump (doin' the bump, bump, bump, yeah) I called the doctor on the telephone (doctor, doctor) Said doctor, doctor, please, ah ah ah I got this feeling Rocking and a'reeling Tell me, what can it be, is it some new disease They call it boogie fever You got to boogie down (just get on down) Boogie fever, I think it's going around Fever Fever Fever, ooh, ooh, ooh (All night long, we did the bump, bump, bump) Yes we did, yes we did, yes we did (We kept it going strong) doin the bump, bump, bump Yeah, everybody's got the boogie fever You got to boogie down, you get on down, you get on down Boogie fever, boo-boo-boo-boogie fever, I think it's going around and around and around I got the boogie fever You got the boogie fever She's got the boogie fever Everybody's got the boogie fever Boogie fever Boogie down (just get on down, just get on down)
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Written by: FREDERICK J. PERREN, KENI ST. LEWIS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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15 facts about this song
Track Information"Boogie Fever" is a single by The Sylvers released in 1975 from their album "Showcase."
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Chart PerformanceIn 1976, "Boogie Fever" hit the number one spot on both the Billboard Hot 100 and Hot Soul Singles chart.
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Grammy NominationThis song was nominated for a Grammy in the Best R&B Vocal Performance by a Duo, Group or Chorus category.
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Disco Influence"Boogie Fever" is a classic representation of the disco era of the 1970s, with its upbeat rhythm and infectious dance groove.
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SongwriterThe song was written by Freddie Perren and Keni St. Lewis. Perren had also worked with other famous groups like the Jackson 5.
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Family BandThe Sylvers were a family band from Memphis, consisting of nine siblings who achieved popularity during the disco era.
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Generation Impact"Boogie Fever" has been a popular choice in movies and TV shows set in or looking to evoke the mood of the 1970s, most notable among which are "Despicable Me" and "Roll Bounce".
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered "Boogie Fever," including pop group A*Teens for their 1999 album "The ABBA Generation".
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Iconic DanceThe song is often associated with the disco dance move "The Hustle," reflecting the dance-craze era it originates from.
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Album Success"Showcase," the album that features "Boogie Fever," is often considered one of the Sylvers' best and most successful releases.
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Platinum StatusThe single achieved Platinum status, reflecting its high sales and wide reception during the disco era.
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Live PerformancePopular during live performances, "Boogie Fever" helped give the band a reputation for their energetic and engaging stage shows.
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Pop Culture"Boogie Fever" has been used in many commercials over the years due to its catchy melody and nostalgic feel.
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Cover Band UseThe song is popular among cover bands for its danceable rhythm and universally recognized tune.
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Social Impact"Boogie Fever" became an anthem of the disco era, reflecting the social and cultural trends of the time.
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