Lipps Inc. - Funkytown (1980) · Working & Extended

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., a studio-based project from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Lipps Inc. - Funkytown (1980)

The single sold over eight million copies worldwide and achieved double-platinum status in the U.S.. Legacy and Covers The song was written while Greenberg lived in

It reached number one in 28 countries, including Australia, Canada, France, West Germany, and the Netherlands. a studio-based project from Minneapolis

The song hit number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 on May 31, 1980, and held the position for four consecutive weeks.

Created by musician/producer Steven Greenberg with lead vocals by Cynthia Johnson , a former saxophonist and Miss Black Minnesota.