"Short But Funky" is a song by American rapper Too Short, released in 1990 by Jive Records as the lead single from his album Short Dog's in the House (1990). It is based on a sample of the song "High" by American funk band Skyy.
"Short But Funky" | ||||
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Single by Too Short | ||||
from the album Short Dog's in the House | ||||
Released | 1990 | |||
Genre | Hip hop | |||
Length | 4:13 | |||
Label | Jive | |||
Songwriter(s) | Dame Edwards, Keenan Foster | |||
Producer(s) | Keenan Foster | |||
Too Short singles chronology | ||||
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In contrast to the rapper's previous works, "Short But Funky" is devoid of any profanity or violent lyrical content. It was produced by Keenan Foster, who co-wrote the song with Dame "Dangerous" Edwards in an attempt to embody a more light-hearted, radio-friendly aesthetic, as well as to allow Too Short to perform in a different flow and adopt unfamiliar subject matter.[1] The song also contains a subliminal diss towards MC Hammer, an Oakland-based emcee who was experiencing commercial success at the time from his more pop-oriented content.
The song peaked at number 36 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart, and at number 14 on the Hot Rap Songs chart. Considered one of Too Short's more popular songs, it was re-released in 2006 on Mack of the Century... Too Short's Greatest Hits.
Track listing
edit- US 12" vinyl
- "Short But Funky" (Radio Version) (4:13)
- "Short But Funky" (Hula & K Fingers Remix) (3:41)
- "Short But Funky" (Extended Remix) (5:30)
- "Life Is... Too Short" (Live in Oakland 1990) (3:48)
- "Short But Funky" (Instrumental) (4:39)
Chart Positions
editChart | Position |
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Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks | # 36 |
Hot Rap Singles | # 14 |