Martha Wash successfully sued the producers and Sony Music for fraud and deceptive packaging. This lawsuit was pivotal in establishing federal legislation that made vocal credit mandatory in music videos and led to better protections for session singers. Cultural Legacy and Media Appearance
Relive the high-energy performance of this 90s classic in its official music video: Gonna Make You Sweat Everybody Dance
Known for its signature "dadap dap dap" ad-lib and high tempo (approx. 114–150 BPM depending on the remix). Martha Wash successfully sued the producers and Sony
Featured in soundtracks for Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted and Shrek the Halls . 114–150 BPM depending on the remix)
Wash was not credited on the original release, and the music video featured model Zelma Davis lip-syncing to Wash’s vocals.
The song's high energy has made it a staple in sports arenas, movies, and video games: