Turn on, Tune in, Cop Out
Freak Power
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Turn on Some people been driving to fast Some people still having a gas But if there's one thing you gotta concede You gotta know who's driving your car You get to fifth gear with your foot on the floor Or else you're starring in “a cruise too far” Turn on, tune in, and cop out Let it flow now mama Turn on, tune in, and cop out Let it flow become a woman Some people been wasting their time Some people expanding their minds But if you've known love like the jokers before Then you're likely to be home on the range No more the cowboy gottsa flaunt his wares He's been grazing on a different plain Turn on, tune in, and cop out Let it flow now mama Turn on, tune in, and cop out Let it flow become a woman Well, it's easy to see why there's a thousands of people Are regularly turning it out And it's easy to find when you mess with your mind That you've gone beyond a reasonable doubt, yeah Turn on, tune in, and cop out Let it flow now mama Turn on, tune in, and cop out Let it flow become a woman Turn on, tune in, and cop out Let it flow now mama Turn on, tune in, and cop out Let it flow become a woman Turn on, tune in, and cop out Let it flow now mama Turn on, tune in, and cop out Let it flow become a woman
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Written by: NORMAN COOK
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10 facts about this song
CreationThe song "Turn On, Tune In, Cop Out" is by Freak Power, a band that was launched by Norman Cook, Ashley Slater, and Jesse Graham in 1993.
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GenreThis song is an iconic piece in the acid jazz genre, bridging musical styles such as funk, soul, and hip-hop.
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Release HistoryThe song was initially released as a single in the UK in 1993, but failed in climbing the charts. It was re-released in 1995 and this time peaked at number 3 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Commercial Use"Turn on, Tune in, Cop Out" became notably popular after it was used in the Levi's Jeans TV-advertisement in 1995.
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Album AppearanceThe song also forms a part of Freak Power's debut album "Drive-Thru Booty" which was released in 1994.
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Inspirational PhraseThe title of the song, "Turn on, Tune in, Cop Out," is a play on Timothy Leary's famous counterculture-era phrase, "Turn on, tune in, drop out," which promoted the use of psychedelic substances for consciousness expansion.
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Music VideoThe then edgy and stylish music video directed by Edgar Wright complemented the song. Shot in black and white it captured the essence of mid-90s cool.
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InstrumentationThe song is known for its infectious saxophone groove, smooth bassline, and catchy vocals. It remains an iconic piece and is recognized instantly upon hearing the bassline and sax intro.
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International SuccessAfter the re-release in 1995, the song became a hit in several countries outside the UK, cracking the top 10 in countries such as New Zealand, Iceland, and Ireland.
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LegacyDespite the initial failure, it has since become well-loved and is now considered a classic in the Acid Jazz genre, frequently played on radio stations worldwide.
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