Hollywood Swinging
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"Hollywood Swinging" is the name of a well known song by R&B/funk band Kool & the Gang. From their album Wild and Peaceful, the song became their first number one R&B single, reaching that position in June, 1974. It proved to also be a successful crossover hit, peaking at number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart.
The song was "sampled" in two other notable rap songs, DJ Kool's "Let Me Clear My Throat" and "Feel So Good" by Mase.
[edit] Appearances in other media
- "Hollywood Swinging" appears on the Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas video game soundtrack (under BounceFM radio station).
| Preceded by "Be Thankful for What You Got" by William DeVaughn |
Billboard Hot Soul Singles number one single June 8, 1974 |
Succeeded by "Sideshow" by Blue Magic |
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