Funky Town
by Pseudo Echo
What is “Funky Town” really about?
If you’ve ever wondered what “Funky Town” by Pseudo Echo is really about, you’re not alone. Let’s break it down.
Funky Town' by Pseudo Echo captures the desire to escape to a livelier, more vibrant place, symbolized as 'Funky Town,' where one can freely express themselves and find excitement.
So… what’s this song really about?
In the lyrics of 'Funky Town,' Pseudo Echo taps into a universal yearning for change and rejuvenation, epitomized by the repeated pleas to be taken to 'Funky Town.' This place symbolizes not just a location but a state of being — vibrant, dynamic, and irresistibly fun. It reflects the human desire to break free from mundanity and to embrace a setting that promises new possibilities and renewed energy.
The song effectively uses repetition and an upbeat rhythm to convey both the intensity of this desire and the urgency to move on from current stagnation. It speaks to anyone feeling stuck or uninspired, extending an invitation to imagine and seek out places where they feel alive and invigorated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who originally recorded 'Funky Town'?
The original version of 'Funky Town' was recorded by Lipps Inc. in 1979.
Q: When did Pseudo Echo release their version of 'Funky Town'?
Pseudo Echo released their version of 'Funky Town' in 1986.
Q: Is 'Funky Town' by Pseudo Echo different from the original by Lipps Inc.?
Yes, Pseudo Echo's version of 'Funky Town' is more rock-oriented with prominent guitar solos and a generally faster tempo compared to the disco style of the original by Lipps Inc.
Lyrics to “Funky Town”
8 ContributorsFunky Town Lyrics
Gotta move on
Gotta move on
Gotta move on (Yeah)
Won't you take me to ... a Funky Town?
Won't you take me to ... a Funky Town?
Won't you take me to ... a Funky Town?
Won't you take me to ... Funky Town?
[Guitar solo]
(Yeah) Well, I talk about it
Talk about it
Talk about it
Talk about it (Yeah)
Talk about, talk about
Talk about movin'. (Ho, ho, ha)
Gotta move on
Gotta move on
Gotta move on (Hooo, hooo)
Huh!
Won't you take me to ... a Funky Town?
Won't you take me to ... a Funky Town?
Won't you take me to ... a Funky Town?
Won't you take me to ... a Funky Town?
Won't you take me to ... a Funky Town?
Won't you take me to ... a Funky Town?
Won't you take me to ... a Funky Town?
Won't you take me down to Funky Town?
Yeah, yeah (C'mon)
Huh!
Huh!