Everything I Do Gonna Be Funky cover

Everything I Do Gonna Be Funky

O'Donel Levy · 1974

35 min · 8 tracks

A vibrant blend of funk grooves and soulful melodies that invites listeners to dance through its infectious rhythms.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Everything I Do Gonna Be Funky — The title track sets the tone for the album with its irresistible groove and showcases Levy's guitar prowess intertwined with vibrant brass arrangements.
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    Livin' For The City — Levy's rendition transforms Stevie Wonder's original into a funky instrumental masterpiece that highlights both his musicality and social commentary inherent in the song.
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    Will It Go Round In Circles — This cover captures the essence of soul-infused jazz-funk, showcasing how Levy adapts popular tunes while infusing them with his unique style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady grooves for dancing
  • soulful melodies for relaxation
  • vibrant energy for gatherings
  • catchy hooks for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seeking deep introspection

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1974, Everything I Do Gonna Be Funky was O'Donel Levy's second studio album, following his debut in 1972. At this point in his career, Levy was establishing himself as a prominent guitarist and bandleader in the jazz-funk scene, building on the momentum from his earlier work.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Everything I Do Gonna Be Funky 3:20
  • 2 Marbles 6:25
  • 3 Will It Go Round In Circles 3:20
  • 4 Livin' For The City 4:59
  • 5 Sideshow 4:48
  • 6 Willow Weep For Me 6:20
  • 7 Hey, Love! 3:17
  • 8 Are You Foolin Me 3:07

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