Funky Cold Medina
by Tone-Loc
What is “Funky Cold Medina” really about?
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Funky Cold Medina' by Tone-Loc humorously details the adventures and misadventures of using a love potion to attract romantic interest, only to encounter unexpected and comedic situations.
So… what’s this song really about?
In 'Funky Cold Medina,' Tone-Loc narrates a series of attempts to enhance his romantic life through the use of a mysterious love potion called 'Medina.' Each verse describes different scenarios where the protagonist hopes the potion will simplify his search for companionship, but instead, he meets with humorous and awkward outcomes—from his dog becoming overly affectionate to a startling revelation about a woman's true identity, and finally a date with more interest in marriage than casual romance. This light-hearted song exposes the folly of seeking easy solutions in love and relationships, using humor and a playful tone to highlight the unpredictable nature of romance and the possible repercussions of trying to manipulate affection.
Throughout the narrative, the song juxtaposes the protagonist's expectations against reality, serving as an amusing cautionary tale about the complexities of attraction and the importance of authenticity. The Funky Cold Medina becomes a symbol of quick fixes and shortcuts that ultimately fail to deliver the desired outcome in personal connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What year was 'Funky Cold Medina' released?
'Funky Cold Medina' was released in 1989.
Q: What genre does 'Funky Cold Medina' belong to?
The song 'Funky Cold Medina' belongs to the hip hop genre.
Lyrics to “Funky Cold Medina”
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[Verse 2]
This brother told me a secret
On how to get more chicks
Put a little Medina in your glass
And the girls'll come real quick
It's better than any alcohol
Or aphrodisiac
A couple of sips of this love potion
And she'll be on your lap
So I gave some to my dog
When he began to beg
Then he licked his bowl and he looked at me
And did the wild thing on my leg
He used to scratch and bite me
Before he was much, much meaner
But now all the poodles run to my house
For the Funky Cold Medina
You know what I'm sayin'?
I got every dog in my neighborhood breakin' down my door
I got Spuds MacKenzie
Alex from Stroh's
They won't leave my dog alone with that Medina, pal
[Verse 3]
I went up to this girl
She said, "Hi, my name is Sheena"
I thought she'd be good to go
With a little Funky Cold Medina
She said, "I'd like a drink,"
I said, "Ehm, I'll go get it"
And then a couple sips she cold licked her lips
And I knew that she was with it
So I took her to my crib
And everything went well as planned
But when she got undressed, it was a big old mess
Sheena was a man
So I threw him out, I don't fool around
With no Oscar Mayer wiener
You must be sure that your girl is pure
For the Funky Cold Medina
You know?
Ain't no plans with a man
This is the 80s, and you know I'm down with the ladies
No joke
Break it down
[Verse 4]
Back in the saddle
Lookin' for a little affection
I took a shot as a contestant on
"The Love Connection"
The audience voted
And you know they picked a winner
I took my date to the Hilton
For Medina and some dinner
We had a few drinks
I'm thinkin' soon what I'll be gettin'
Instead she started talkin' 'bout
Plans for our wedding
Said "Wait. Slow down love, not so fast
Baby, I'll be seein' ya"
That's why I found you don't fool around
With the Funky Cold Medina
You know what I'm sayin'?
That Medina's a monster
Funky Cold Medina