Commodores - Brick House

Year Released: 1977
Genre: Funk / Soul

Description:

“Brick House” by the Commodores was released in 1977 on Motown Records, appearing on the group’s self-titled fifth studio album. Driven by Ronald LaPread’s unmistakable bassline and Walter Orange’s gritty lead vocals, the track is a powerhouse of late-’70s funk — tight, playful, and irresistibly danceable.

Built around a strutting groove and punchy horn section, “Brick House” celebrates female strength and confidence with tongue-in-cheek swagger (“She’s a brick… house / Mighty, mighty, just lettin’ it all hang out”). The song’s raw energy and clever double entendres helped make it an instant hit on both R&B and pop charts, embodying the Commodores’ blend of musicianship and humor

Timeless, funky, and endlessly replayed, “Brick House” remains one of the defining anthems of 1970s funk — a cornerstone groove that continues to inspire generations of musicians and producers alike.