: While Mick Jones produced the original, the US Remix featured additional production and a remix by Rick Rubin , with engineering by Andy Wallace .
: The UK 12-inch version (running 8:40) is often considered definitive because it includes "Part One" and "Part Two" (the extended rap section). In contrast, the Rick Rubin US Remix is a tighter 7:20 edit that emphasizes danceability and heavier beats.
is a 1985 reimagining of Big Audio Dynamite's debut single, significantly shaped by legendary producer Rick Rubin . Released as a 12-inch maxi-single, this version marked a pivotal moment for Mick Jones following his departure from The Clash , blending post-punk roots with early hip-hop and sample-driven production. Key Facts About the Remix
Big Audio Dynamite: “The Bottom Line” (1985) - Progrography
: Despite the band's pedigree, the single initially struggled in the UK, peaking at No. 97 . However, it found major success in Australasia , hitting the Top 40 in Australia and New Zealand, and performed well on the Billboard Dance chart in the US. Why It Was Groundbreaking
