What's Bootsy Doin'?
Bootsy Collins · 1988
42 min · 10 tracks · blues
A vibrant funk explosion, blending catchy grooves with playful lyrics and Bootsy's signature bass lines.
Top tracks — play these first
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Party on Plastic (What's Bootsy Doin?) — Opening with infectious energy, this track encapsulates Bootsy's playful spirit and sets the tone for the album's funky exploration of themes like consumerism and fun.
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Subliminal Seduction (Funk Me Dirty) — This track stands out with its cheeky lyrics and irresistible groove, showcasing Bootsy's knack for merging humor with danceable funk.
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(Iwannebee) Kissin' U — Blending romantic themes with funky instrumentation, this song highlights Bootsy’s versatility as both a performer and songwriter, making it memorable within the album’s context.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features vibrant grooves and playful lyrics, making it a fun listen but not deeply impactful.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a danceable tone, maintaining an upbeat tempo through the first five songs.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals, creating an interactive feel that invites listener participation.
- The use of playful lyrics and humorous themes is consistent throughout, particularly in tracks like 'Subliminal Seduction' and 'Yo-Moma-Loves Ya'.
- The final track slows down the pace significantly, providing a contrast to the preceding energetic songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady groove for dance sessions
- playful vibes for social gatherings
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- catchy hooks for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek complex, lengthy compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Upon the release of What's Bootsy Doin'?, Bootsy Collins was well-established in the funk genre, having previously gained fame as a member of Parliament-Funkadelic. This album followed his successful solo efforts, including his acclaimed 1977 debut, and showcased his ability to maintain relevance in an evolving musical landscape while still honoring his roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- George Clinton· Parliament· Funkadelic
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Party on Plastic (What's Bootsy Doin?) 3:57
- 2 Subliminal Seduction (Funk Me Dirty) 3:31
- 3 Leakin' 4:16
- 4 Shock-It-To-Me 4:57
- 5 1st One 2 the Egg Wins (The Human Race) 4:20
- 6 Love Song 3:33
- 7 (Iwannebee) Kissin' U 4:18
- 8 *-ing the 'Luv Gun' 3:45
- 9 Yo-Moma-Loves Ya 5:21
- 10 Save What's Mine for Me 4:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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