Created by musician/producer Steven Greenberg with lead vocals by Cynthia Johnson , a former saxophonist and Miss Black Minnesota.
Despite Lipps Inc. being largely remembered as a "one-hit wonder," "Funkytown" remains a cultural staple. Its influence is preserved through numerous high-profile covers: Funkytown - Википедия Lipps Inc. - Funkytown (1980)
The song was written while Greenberg lived in Minneapolis; the lyrics express a metaphorical longing for a place with more "energy," often cited as his dream of moving to New York City. Written and produced by Steven Greenberg, the track
Released in March 1980, by Lipps Inc. is one of the most successful and enduring disco-funk anthems of all time. Written and produced by Steven Greenberg, the track served as a bridge between the late-70s disco era and the electronic-heavy pop of the 1980s. Production and Origins Written and produced by Steven Greenberg