About the song
Let’s journey back to the funky sounds of the 1980s with The Gap Band’s electrifying hit, “You Dropped a Bomb on Me.”
Released in 1982, “You Dropped a Bomb on Me” is a high-energy funk anthem that embodies the spirit of the era. The song was written by the Wilson brothers—Charlie, Ronnie, and Robert—who formed The Gap Band in the early 1970s. Known for their infectious rhythms and soulful vocals, The Gap Band found commercial success with this track, which became one of their signature songs.
The song was featured on The Gap Band’s album “Gap Band IV,” released in 1982. This album was a major success for the group, reaching number 14 on the Billboard 200 chart and earning platinum certification. “You Dropped a Bomb on Me” itself reached number 31 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became a staple of 1980s funk music.
With its catchy bassline, driving percussion, and catchy chorus, “You Dropped a Bomb on Me” remains a favorite on dance floors and radio stations around the world. Its energetic vibe and irresistible groove make it a timeless classic that continues to captivate listeners decades after its release. So, get ready to dance and groove to the funky beats of The Gap Band’s “You Dropped a Bomb on Me.”
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Lyrics
You were the girl that changed my world
You were the girl for me
You lit the fuse, I stand accused
You were the first for me
But you turned me out baby (you dropped a bomb on me)
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me
But you turned me on baby (you dropped a bomb on me)
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me
You were my thrills, you were my pills
You dropped a bomb on me
You turn me out, you turn me on
You turned me loose then you turned me wrong
You dropped a bomb on me
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me
But you turned me out baby (you dropped a bomb on me)
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me
Just like Adam and Eve
Said you’d set me free
You took me to the sky, I’d never been so high
You were my pills, you were my thrills
You were my hope baby, you were my smoke
You dropped a bomb on me, hey baby (you dropped a bomb on me)
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me
But you turned me out, baby (you dropped a bomb on me)
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me
But you turned me on, baby (you dropped a bomb on me)
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me
You dropped a bomb on me, baby (you dropped a bomb on me)
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me
We were in motion, felt like lotion
You were the girl for me
You were the first explosion turned out to be corrosion
You were the first for me
But you turned me out, baby (you dropped a bomb on me)
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me (whoa, oh, oh, baby)
You dropped a bomb on me
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me
I won’t forget what you done to me, baby (you dropped a bomb on me)
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me
You dropped a bomb on me
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me
I, I-I, I-I-I won’t forget it
I, I-I, I-I-I won’t forget it
You dropped a bomb on me
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me
You dropped a bomb on me
Baby, you dropped a bomb on me
I, I-I, I-I-I won’t forget it
I, I-I, I-I-I won’t forget it
You turned me out, you turned me on
And then you dropped me to the ground
You dropped a bomb on me
You turned me out, you turned me on
And then you dropped me to the ground
You dropped a bomb on me
You turned me out, then you turned me on
You dropped a bomb on me
You turned me out, then you turned me on
You dropped a bomb on me
You turned me out, then you turned me on (I, I-I)
You dropped a bomb on me (I-I-I won’t forget it)
You turned me out, then you turned me on (I, I-I)
You dropped a bomb on me (I-I-I won’t forget it)
You turned me out, then you turned me on (baby, you dropped a bomb on me, babe)
You dropped a bomb on me (then you turned me on)
You turned me out, then you turned me on (turned me on, babe)
You dropped a bomb on me (then you turned me on, babe)
You turned me out, then you turned me on
You dropped a bomb on me (then you turned me on, babe)
You turned me out, then you turned me on, baby
You dropped a bomb on me