"Party Rock Anthem" is a popular song by the American electro-pop duo LMFAO, consisting of Redfoo and SkyBlu. Here are some interesting facts about the song:
Chart-Topping Success: "Party Rock Anthem" was a massive commercial success, reaching the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. It also topped charts in several other countries, including the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Guinness World Record: In 2013, LMFAO's "Party Rock Anthem" earned a Guinness World Record for "Most Weeks in the UK Singles Top 10" by a single. It spent an impressive 68 consecutive weeks in the UK's top 10 singles chart.
Catchy Hook: One of the most memorable aspects of the song is its catchy hook, which repeats the phrase "Party rock is in the house tonight." This simple yet infectious chant contributed to the song's widespread popularity.
Music Video: The music video for "Party Rock Anthem" features the members of LMFAO donning their signature zany outfits and shuffling through various locations in Los Angeles. The "shuffling" dance move seen in the video became a popular dance trend, known as the "Melbourne Shuffle."
Shuffle Dance Craze: The "Melbourne Shuffle" became a global dance sensation after the release of the music video. It involves a unique footwork style that gained a dedicated following, especially in the electronic dance music (EDM) community.
Sampled from "The Winstons": The song samples a drum break from the 1969 funk track "Amen Brother" by The Winstons. This drum break, known as the "Amen Break," has been widely sampled in various music genres and is one of the most famous and frequently used drum breaks in music history.
Billboard Year-End Chart: In 2011, "Party Rock Anthem" was listed as the third-best-performing single on the Billboard Hot 100 year-end chart, making it one of the standout hits of that year.
Iconic Lyric: The line "Everyday I'm shufflin'" from the song became a catchphrase and was frequently used in social media and pop culture references.
LMFAO Hiatus: Following the success of "Party Rock Anthem" and their album "Sorry for Party Rocking," LMFAO went on a hiatus. Both Redfoo and SkyBlu pursued solo careers, and there were no new LMFAO albums released after that point.
Cultural Impact: "Party Rock Anthem" is often associated with a carefree and partying lifestyle. It was frequently played at clubs, parties, and sporting events, contributing to its enduring cultural impact.
While LMFAO may have taken a break from the music scene, "Party Rock Anthem" remains a memorable and iconic track that continues to bring the party wherever it's played.