“PLAY THAT FUNKY MUSIC” by WILD CHERRY

“Play That Funky Music” is an iconic seventies track that was recorded by American funk-rock band, Wild Cherry. Its distinct bassline (and disco-infused sound) helped it top the Soul charts in America.

After selling approximately 2.5 million copies (in the U.S. alone), it earned a platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America.

On this very day, October 5th 1976, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. From their self-titled album, here’s WILD CHERRY, with “PLAY THAT FUNKY MUSIC”…