Bodyrock

Moby

About Bodyrock

"Bodyrock" is a song by American electronica musician Moby. It was released as the third single from his fifth studio album Play on July 12, 1999. Heavily inspired by hip hop music, the song incorporates vocal samples from "Love Rap" by Spoonie Gee and the Treacherous Three. The single peaked at number 38 on the UK Singles Chart.


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Pump up the jam, pump it up 
While you feet are stompin' 
And the jam is pumpin' 
Look at here the crowd is jumpin' 
Pump it up a little more 
Get the party going on the dance floor 
Seek us that's where the party's at 
And you'll find out if you're too bad 

I don't want a place to stay 
Get your booty on the floor tonight 
Make my day 
I don't want a place to stay 
Get your booty on the floor tonight 
Make my day 

Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day 

Pump up the jam, pump it up 
While you feet are stompin' 
And the jam is pumpin' 
Look at here the crowd is jumpin' 
Pump it up a little more 
Get the party going on the dance floor 
Seek us that's where the party's at 
And you'll find out if you're too bad 

I don't want a place to stay 
Get your booty on the floor tonight 
Make my day 
I don't want a place to stay 
Get your booty on the floor tonight 
Make my day 

Make my day
Make my, make my, make
Make my day
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Make my day 

Pump up the jam, pump it up 
A pump it up yo pump it 
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Pump it up, yo, pump it
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Pump up the jam, pump it up 
Pump it, pump it, pump it
Pump up the jam
Pump up the jam
Pump up the jam, pump it 
Pump it, pump it, pump it

Pump up the jam, pump it up 
While you feet are stompin' 
And the jam is pumpin' 
Look at here the crowd is jumpin' 
Pump it up a little more 
Get the party going on the dance floor 
Seek us that's where the party's at 
And you'll find out if you're too bad 

I don't want a place to stay 
Get your booty on the floor tonight 
Make my day 
I don't want a place to stay 
Get your booty on the floor tonight 
Make my day 

Pump up the jam, pump it up 
A pump it up yo pump it 
Pump up the jam, pump it up 
A pump it up yo pump it
Pump up the jam, pump it
Pump it up, yo, pump it
Pump up the jam, pump it
Pump it, pump it, pump it

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A pump it up yo pump it 
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A pump it up yo pump it
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Pump it up, yo, pump it
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Make my day
Make my day
Make my, make my, make
Make my day
Make my day
Make my day
Make my, make my, make
Make my day, yo

I don't want a place to stay 
Get your booty on the floor tonight 
Make my day 
I don't want a place to stay 
Get your booty on the floor tonight 
Make my day

I don't want a place to stay 
Get your booty on the floor tonight 
Make my day 
I don't want a place to stay 
Get your booty on the floor tonight 
Make my day

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Moby

Richard Melville Hall (born September 11, 1965), known by his stage name Moby, is an American musician, DJ, and photographer. He is well known for his sample-based electronic music, vegan lifestyle, and support of animal rights. Moby has sold over 20 million albums worldwide.Allmusic considers him "one of the most important dance music figures of the early '90s, helping bring the music to a mainstream audience both in the UK and in America." more »

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Written by: Gabriel M Jackson, Morgan C Robinson, Richard Melville Hall

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release
"Bodyrock" was released as the third single from Moby's fifth studio album, "Play" in 1999.
Charts
It peaked at number 38 on the UK Singles Chart – a moderate success, compared to other releases from the same album.
Inspiration
The song features samples from "Love Rap" by Spoonie Gee and the Treacherous Three.
Music Video
"Bodyrock" has two different music videos. The UK version directed by Fredrik Bond features Moby in a dance-off, while the U.S. version directed by Steve Carr displays various people dancing in their homes.
Nominations
In 1999, "Bodyrock" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording, but did not win.
Mixes
The single release features several different remixes of "Bodyrock". A notable among these is the Olav Basoski’s Da Hot Funk Da Freak Funk Remix.
Critics Review
The song has been appreciated by critics for its electro-rock sound and infectious beat, helping to establish Moby as a pioneer in blending rock and electronic music.
Album Success
The song’s parent album “Play” is Moby’s biggest commercial success to date, going double platinum in the U.S. and the U.K.
Commercial Usage
"Bodyrock" was used in the official soundtrack for the PlayStation 2 video game, FIFA 2001.
Live Performances
Despite not being one of his biggest hits, "Bodyrock" remains a favorite in Moby's live sets due to its energetic and danceable nature.

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