Pop That Thang
The Isley Brothers
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Pop that thang Bang, bang, bang Pop that thang Bang, bang, bang Ting a ling a ling I hook it on up Get on down Now do your stuff Come on Pop that thang Bang, bang, bang Pop that thang Bang, bang, bang If you can't do it right Don't you try it again Look at that rooster Runnin' after that hen Come on Pop that thang Bang, bang, bang Pop that thang Bang, bang, bang Sister Rosaline Ting a ling a ling Look at that child Popping that thang Hitch up to my wagon And get ready to roll But don't get on board If you can't carry the load If balloon goes down I fill it up with wind If the record stops Start it over again Pop that thang Bang, bang, bang Pop that thang Bang, bang, bang Ting a ling a ling Hook it on up Get on down And do your own stuff Pop that thang Bang, bang, bang Pop that thang Bang, bang, bang If you can't do it right Don't you try it again Look at that rooster Running after that hen Come on and pop it Pop it, pop it, pop it Come on and pop it Pop it, pop it, pop it Come on and pop it
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Written by: CLYDE LOVERN OTIS, HERMAN KELLY
Lyrics © THIRD SIDE MUSIC INC., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, DAY DREAM SONGS, APM MUSIC ASSOCIATED PRODUCTION MUSIC
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10 facts about this song
Historical Context"Pop That Thang" is a funk-dominated song by The Isley Brothers released in 1972.
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Album DetailsThis memorable song is part of the album "Brother, Brother, Brother" which was the band's seventh studio album.
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Performance Details"Pop That Thang" is well known for the syncopated, complex rhythms and the band's signature harmony vocals.
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PopularityAlthough the track may not be as famous as their other hits like "It’s Your Thing" or "This Old Heart Of Mine", it has remained a fan favorite and a staple amongst enthusiasts of classic rhythm and blues.
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Artist LegacyThe Isley Brothers are a rare group that has had charted hits in six different decades. Their contribution to American music is immeasurable.
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Musical Style"Pop That Thang" showcases the group's shift from gospel and doo-wop roots to a more funk-driven, socially-aware sound.
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Song CompositionThe song was written by the three eldest Isley Brothers, Ronald, Rudolph, and O'Kelly, who were also the founding members of the band.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough the popularity of the song was quite substantial, "Pop That Thang" did not chart on the Billboard Hot 100.
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InfluenceThe Isley Brothers' music, including songs like "Pop That Thang", have served as an inspiration for many other artists across genres including hip hop, and have been frequently sampled.
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Critical ReceptionAlthough it may not have garnered extraordinary commercial success, the song has been appreciated by music critics for its unique musicality and bold rhythmic shifts.
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