Part of the French Afro-funk movement of the 1970s, this track bridged African rhythms with Western funk sensibilities.

The Lafayette Afro Rock Band was formed in New York by French musicians who had traveled to Africa to study traditional music

Despite being French musicians, they created some of the most authentic Afro-funk recordings of the era

The track's crisp drum production and African percussion elements made it irresistible to golden-era hip-hop producers

Sampled by hip-hop legends including Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock's 'It Takes Two' and De La Soul's 'The Magic Number'

Represents the globalization of funk music and the cross-pollination between African, European, and American musical traditions