Lipps Inc. - Funkytown (1980) -

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

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. Lipps Inc. - Funkytown (1980)

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 Despite Lipps Inc