Electric Boogie

Marcia Griffiths

About Electric Boogie

"Electric Boogie" (also known as the "Electric Slide") is a dance song performed by Marcia Griffiths. It is strongly associated with the "Electric Slide" line dance. "Electric Boogie" was originally released in 1982; while this version did not catch on internationally, a remixed version featured on her album Carousel would reach number 51 on the US Billboard Hot 100 in 1990. It was written and originally recorded in 1976 with Bunny Wailer.


Year:
2001
4:02
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It's electric! 
You can't see it (it's electric!) 
You gotta feel it (it's electric!)
Ooh, it's shakin' (it's electric!)
Jiggle-a-mesa-cara 
She's a pumpin' like a matic 
She's a movin' like electric 
She sure got the boogie 

You gotta know it 
(It's electric 
Boogie woogie, woogie!)
Now you can't hold it 
(It's electric 
Boogie woogie, woogie!)
But you know it there, 
Here, there and everywhere 

I've got to move, 
I'm going on a party ride 
I've got to groove, groove, groove, 
And from this music 
I just can't hide

Are you comin' with me? 
Come let me take you on a party ride 
And I'll teach you, teach you, teach you 
I'll teach you the electric slide 

Some say it's mystic 
(It's electric 
Boogie woogie, woogie)
You can't resist it 
(It's electric 
Boogie woogie, woogie)
You can't do without it 
(It's electric 
Boogie woogie, woogie)
Jiggle-a-mesa-cara she's a pumpin' like a matic 
She's movin' like electric 
She sure got the boogie 

Don't want to lose it 
(It's electric 
Boogie woogie, woogie)
But you can't choose it 
(It's electric 
Boogie woogie, woogie)
But you know it's there, 
Here, there and everywhere 

I've got to move, 
Come let me take you on a party ride 
And I'll teach you, teach you, teach you 
I'll teach you the electric slide 

(Boogie woogie, woogie)

You can't see it 
(It's electric 
Boogie woogie, woogie)
You gotta feel it 
(It's electric 
Boogie woogie, woogie)
Ooh, it's shakin'
(It's electric 
Boogie woogie, woogie)
Jiggle-a-mesa-cara she's a pumpin' like a matic 
She's movin' like electric 
She sure got the boogie 

You gotta know it 
(It's electric 
Boogie woogie, woogie!)
Now you can't hold it 
(It's electric 
Boogie woogie, woogie!)
But you know it's there, 
Here, there and everywhere 

Ola ola eh, ola eh (don dela don deloh!)
Ola ola eh, ola eh (don dela don deloh!)
Ola ola eh, ola eh (don dela don deloh!)
Ola ola eh, ola eh (don dela don deloh!)
Ola ola eh, ola eh (don dela don deloh!)

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Marcia Griffiths

Marcia Llyneth Griffiths (born 23 November 1949) is a successful female singer, also called the "Queen of Reggae". One reviewer described her noting "she is known primarily for her strong, smooth-as-mousse love songs and captivating live performances". more »

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Written by: Neville Livingston

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"Electric Boogie" was originally released in the year 1982 by Jamaican singer Marcia Griffiths.
Popular Choreography
This song is also referred to as the "Electric Slide song” as it is typically used to accompany the popular line dance known as the "Electric Slide."
Writer
The song was written by Neville "Bunny Wailer" Livingston, a member of the reggae group Bob Marley & The Wailers.
Genre
"Electric Boogie" falls under the genre of reggae and dancehall music.
Recurring Popularity
It experienced a resurgence in popularity in the 90s, reaching number 51 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered and remixed by various artists around the world, increasing its international appeal.
Impact on Dance Culture
"Electric Boogie" had a massive impact on dance culture, with even those who are not familiar with the song often knowing the dance.
Successful Album
The song is a part of the album "Carousel" which was received well internationally and is one of Griffiths' most successful works.
Worldwide Fame
Despite its origins in Jamaica, the song is known globally and is a favorite at various social gatherings, weddings, and parties.
Marcia Griffiths’ Identity
Marcia Griffiths who is also known as the "Queen of Reggae," is best recognized for this song internationally.

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