Английская Википедия:Hip Hop Holiday
Шаблон:Infobox song "Hip Hop Holiday" is the debut single from New Zealand hip hop group 3 The Hard Way. It reached #1 in the New Zealand singles chart and #17 in Australia. A mid-song reggae breakdown was provided by Bobbylon of the Hallelujah Picassos.
Background
The song was built around a substantial interpolation of "Dreadlock Holiday" by 10cc.[1] However, the rights were never cleared, resulting in the song being officially credited to "Dreadlock Holiday" songwriters Eric Stewart, Graham Gouldman, with all royalties going to the pair.[2]
The success of the song in New Zealand and Australia led to extensive touring of both countries and the recording and release of band's debut album, Old School Prankstas[3]
"Hip Hop Holiday" was nominated for Single of the Year at the 1995 New Zealand Music Awards.[4]
Music video
A music video was made for "Hip Hop Holiday", directed by Clinton Phillips. The video was filmed in Auckland, New Zealand and features the group driving around the city in a convertible and hosting a house party in suburban Auckland.[5]
Track listings
- CD single (DG016, D11633)
- "Hip Hop Holiday" (Radio Mix) - feat Bobbylon
- "Get Down" (First Up Mix)
- "Hip Hop Holiday" (Freestyle Mix)
- "Get Down" (Extended Mix)
Charts
"Hip Hop Holiday" was the first hip hop song by a New Zealand artist to reach #1 in the New Zealand charts. The song was also certified gold in New Zealand.[3]
Weekly charts
Шаблон:SinglechartШаблон:Singlechart| Chart (1994) | Peak position |
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Year-end charts
| Chart (1994) | Position |
|---|---|
| New Zealand (Recorded Music NZ)[6] | 24 |
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