The Top 10 Most Popular Funk Songs

This blog post will countdown the top 10 most popular funk songs. This list was made with the help of Billboard’s Hot 100 chart.

Introduction

Funk is a style of music that was popularized in the 1970s. It is a blend of African-American musical styles such as soul, R&B, funk, and jazz. The term “funk” can also refer to a style of dance that was popularized by the music.

The following is a list of the top 10 most popular funk songs, based on popularity and sales:

1. “Super Freak” by Rick James
2. “I Want Your (Hands on Me)” by Christina Aguilera
3. “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars
4. “(Not Just) Knee Deep” by Funkadelic
5. “Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine” by James Brown
6. “Flash Light” by Parliament
7. “Give Up the Funk (Tear the Roof Off the Sucker)” by Parliament
8. “I Got You (I Feel Good)” by James Brown
9. “(Sex Machine)” by James Brown

“Get Up I Feel Like Being A Sex Machine” – James Brown

“Get Up I Feel Like Being A Sex Machine” is a song recorded by James Brown with Bobby Byrd on backing vocals. Released as a two-part single in 1970, it was a no. 1 hit in the United States and reached the top of the charts in several other countries. The song is included on several of Brown’s greatest hits albums, including 20 All-Time Greatest Hits! (1991), Star Time (1991), and Anthology (1995). In 2003, Rolling Stone ranked it No. 123 on their list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.

“Super Freak” – Rick James

“Super Freak” is a 1981 single produced and performed by Rick James. The song was co-written by James and Alonzo Miller and became one of James’ signature songs. It also reached number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming James’ only top 20 hit on that chart as a solo artist. In 2008, it was ranked as the 21st most popular song of all time in a VH1 poll.

“Give Up The Funk (Tear The Roof Off The Sucker)” – Parliament

“Give Up The Funk (Tear The Roof Off The Sucker)” is a 1976 song by Parliament. It was released as the first single from their album Mothership Connection. The song peaked at number one on the Billboard Soul Singles chart and number fifteen on the Billboard Hot 100.

In 1998, it was featured in the movie Bulworth, and was also included on the Bulworth soundtrack album. In 1999, it was ranked number seventy-one on VH1’s 100 Greatest Dance Songs of the 20th Century. In 2003, the song was ranked number seventeen on Rolling Stone’s list of The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.

The song has been covered by a number of artists, including Red Hot Chili Peppers, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Living Colour, and Busta Rhymes.

“Flash Light” – Parliament

“Flash Light” is a song by the funk band Parliament. The song was released as a single in 1977 and became one of the group’s most popular songs. The song was written by George Clinton, Bootsy Collins, and Bernie Worrell.

“I Want Your (Hands On Me)” – S.O.S. Band

S.O.S. Band’s “I Want Your (Hands On Me)” is a funk classic that has stood the test of time. The song was released in 1984 and quickly rose to the top of the charts, becoming one of the most popular funk songs of all time.

The song features a catchy hook and a driving bassline that are sure to get you moving. The lyrics are sensual and suggestive, making “I Want Your (Hands On Me)” the perfect song to get your groove on.

If you’re looking for a funktastic time, make sure to add this song to your playlist.

“Atomic Dog” – George Clinton

Released in 1982, “Atomic Dog” is a song by George Clinton from his sixth studio album, Computer Games. The song was released as a single and peaked at #1 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, making it Clinton’s only solo chart-topper. “Atomic Dog” has been sampled by many artists, including Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, 2Pac, Ice Cube, and Beastie Boys.

“One Nation Under A Groove” – Parliament

“One Nation Under A Groove” is a 1978 hit single by Parliament. The song was written by band leader George Clinton, and produced by Clinton and collaborator Bryon Byrd. It was the lead single from Parliament’s album Motor Booty Affair. The song is consideredone of the most popular funk songs of all time, and has been covered by numerous artists.

“Can You Feel It” – The Jacksons

“Can You Feel It” is a song by The Jacksons, released as the third single from their 1980 album, Triumph. It peaked at number one on the Cash Box chart and number two on the Billboard Hot 100. The song features all six Jackson brothers on lead vocals. It was written by Michael Jackson and produced by Quincy Jones.

The song is ranked as the 63rd greatest dance track of all-time by Billboard magazine. In October 2011, NME placed it at number 142 on its list “150 Best Tracks of the ’80s”.

“Ain’t Nobody” – Rufus and Chaka Khan

“Ain’t Nobody” is a song recorded by American funk band Rufus and lead singer Chaka Khan. The song was released on November 4, 1983, as a single from their ninth studio album, Street Player (1984). It reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart on February 18, 1984, and remained there for two weeks.

The song was written by English musicians David Joyner and Simon Climie. American musician Nile Rodgers produced the track. He had originally offered it to English singer Jaki Graham, who turned it down. Climie later presented it to Khan, who liked it and decided to record it.

“Ain’t Nobody” is a funk and R&B song Has been covered by several artists, including Lisa Stansfield, whose version reached number one on the UK Singles Chart in 1991; Whitney Houston, whose version reached number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 in 1993; and Praise Cats featuring Andreea Petcu, whose version topped the dance charts in 2002.