Word Up (142 Bpm) -

This mid-tempo groove emphasizes the "pimp slap" snare and the heavy, synthesized bassline. It is rooted in F-sharp minor and was designed to be "before its time".

The 142 BPM version by D'Mixmasters and other workout-specific artists highlights the song's enduring versatility. By stripping the original funk down to its core rhythmic elements and accelerating them, these remixes maintain the track's rebellious attitude while adapting it for modern fitness culture. Word Up (142 BPM)

The phrase "" originated in New York City as a slang affirmation meaning "the honest truth". Description Theme This mid-tempo groove emphasizes the "pimp slap" snare

The original "Word Up!" was built on a lean, mechanical groove designed for "bodies in motion". Frontman Larry Blackmon used an Oberheim DMX drum machine to create a sharp, unnatural snare sound that became iconic. By stripping the original funk down to its

Reached #1 on the R&B charts and #6 on the Billboard Hot 100, earning a Soul Train Music Award . Impact of Modern Remixes

Famous for its MTV video featuring LeVar Burton as a detective and Blackmon's signature red codpiece.