Chic - Good Times

Year Released: 1979
Genre: Disco, Funk, R&B.
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: "Good Times" is another monumental hit by the iconic American band Chic, and arguably their most influential track, especially in the history of hip-hop. Released in 1979 from their album Risqué, it became a global number one hit. The song is a pinnacle of the "Chic sound," featuring Bernard Edwards's legendary, instantly recognizable bassline, Nile Rodgers's precise and funky guitar chords, and Tony Thompson's impeccable drumming. The lyrics celebrate life, good company, and, of course, "good times," capturing the optimistic and communal spirit of disco. Its profound cultural impact lies in its bassline, which was famously sampled by The Sugarhill Gang for their groundbreaking 1979 hit "Rapper's Delight," effectively launching hip-hop into the mainstream. "Good Times" is revered not only as a disco classic but also as a foundational track for funk, R&B, and hip-hop, making it one of the most sampled and influential songs in music history.