Grandmaster Melle Mel & The Furious Five - Step Off
- Artist Grandmaster Melle Mel & The Furious Five
- Title Step Off
- Label Sugar Hill Records
- Catalogue No SH 139
- Format 7''
- Genre Hip-Hop Breaks Beats
- Media Condition Very Good Plus (VG+)
- Sleeve Condition Generic
Year Released: 1984 (from the album Grandmaster Melle Mel & The Furious Five)
Genre: Hip Hop, Electro-Funk.
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: "Step Off" is a powerful and assertive track by Grandmaster Melle Mel & The Furious Five, released in 1984. This song marked a significant moment for the group after their split from Grandmaster Flash, showcasing Melle Mel's continued lyrical prowess and the group's evolving sound. It features hard-hitting beats, often incorporating drum machine sounds characteristic of early 80s hip hop and electro-funk, providing a raw and energetic backdrop for Melle Mel's commanding rap delivery. Lyrically, "Step Off" is a confident challenge to rivals and a declaration of their dominance in the rap scene, highlighting the competitive spirit inherent in early hip hop.