I memorized this whole song at 14 years old. Just listened to it for the first time in about 20 years. Still could recite it all. I'm 44 today. Brings back some great memories!
Same and same. I remember always typing the lyrics to songs out. Must have been an our generation. I loved this song, even Tone Loc on that introduction. I still remember every word too. No shame.
47 years old. I can remember my best friend and I practicing that running man repeatedly for a teen party in the video when it came out. Fond memories!
These were the days when The Simpsons, In Living Color and Married With Children were the best shows on TV. Donnie Simpson was on BET. MC Hammer was the hottest artist. Pretty Woman was the biggest movie.
Things change. Gangster rap became more popular and he helped it to. Once groups like NWA and the Wu Tang Clan came it songs like these just weren't popular anymore
Nothing happened to us... it happened to them... I remember these girls sang the chorus to me and the homies at lunchtime... Tanya and Gina. Yeah Buddy
At 15 years old I remember liking Candyman's video's for the dancing and the vibe. Wasn't that the reason you liked watching videos? We wanted to dance, sing along and feel good. Oh, those were the days. Thank you, Candyman, for making me smile then and now.
iluvmyboba 1988 or something like that wasn't it? Cause I was around 15-16 too, and I lived in Glendale California, and I actually believed my friend when she said it was her doing the background lyrics, lol, WELL, it could have been, after all we lived in Los Angeles California.
I love this song and the fact that Betty Wrights Tonights the Night is the beat is amazing. Man this was true rap. They took great grooving beats we danced too and made them into great music and tracks.
SouthCalifas619 No it's not. Knockin' Boots' sample from Betty Wright's "Tonight is the Night" and Rose Royce' "Ooh Boy".. While On a Sunday Afternoon could be a mix from 4 samples: 1) "Papa was too" By Joe Tex, 1966 2) "Groovin'" By The Young Rascals, 1967 3) "Crystal Blue Persuasion" By Tommy Jones and the Shondells, 1968 4) "La-la Means I Love You" By Delfonics, 1968 It just sounds similar because they're both sung by the same vocalist I believe, Shiro Stokes.
Thanks for this, i was scrolling down through all the comments hoping to find out who knew but the additional information as well was a bonus - you really know your music!!!
I was a little kid when I first heard this and it's always been #1 on my top 5 songs of all times list, Good ol days when I was a kid and no responsibilities or work lol
@@benjaminnichols9727 okay, so there IS something about the "look" on dude's face! I have not seen this video in probably 28 years but I knew anticipated that he'd have that face on. wow.
"Did you know Candyman’s hit *Knockin’ Boots* went platinum in 1990, selling over 1 million copies. Produced by the legendary Johnny ‘J’-best known for his work with Tupac-the track grossed an estimated $3.5 million and became a defining '90s classic. It even pushed Candyman’s debut album *Ain’t No Shame in My Game* to gold status!"
Okay I know this comment is 3 years old but I still have to respond. I don't know where you went to school but it was exactly the same for me. I am 47 years old and to this day anytime somebody says "Can I ask you a question?" My mind just goes back to Junior High.
Boy oh boy do I love this song! I remember this guy was on fire with this jam. He performed this song on every show imaginable and I recorded each performance as a kid.
I met Candyman last year. He was drunk off of his rocker but he was very nice. He took a picture with everyone who asked and he even had conversations with everyone.
Fun fact! This track was produced by none other than Johnny J! 😊😎 Later produced 2Pac’s DR tracks…he makes a cameo in the video as the DJ as well..❤️ RIP Johnny J
This joint is Smooth 🔥🔥☑️☑️🙌🙌😁😁🔥🔥🔥☑️🙌🔥🔥. Hard to believe this song was made 30 yrs ago. It sounds just like it was made yesterday the beat and lyrics are so fresh 💖💖
yes i will i just paid homage just learned about him today ,,,dayum im late mar 20 spring day 2021 we was on of the best ...better then most ..on the super low ...
I miss those good old days of early hip-hop. Even 2 Live Crew was fun back then. Everything nowadays is so loaded with misogyny, I want nothing to do with it. Run DMC was fun back then so is this tune.
Me. Getting my daughter’s hair braided, the song that was sampled to make this came on and it instantly brought me back to this. Had to revisit it. Good song.
Had this album in 90-back when I was 12. Album had a few good tracks but he went MIA after. I was little white punk kid who thought I was the coolest thing and loved hip hop. Rakim, G Rap, Kane EPMD, PE were my favs back then-great time for music and just growing up. Miss those days
How does this song have any dislikes? one of my favvvsss ❤ I remember hearing a version of the girl's song where she hits higher notes when she sings and I know I will never find it...
This lyrics was in my head all the week but I couldnt find it anywhere. Shaggy this och Shaggy that (I love him tho) but this version is the ONE I was looking for. Old school ❤
I memorized this whole song at 14 years old. Just listened to it for the first time in about 20 years. Still could recite it all. I'm 44 today. Brings back some great memories!
Bro same here lol ever since I was in kindergarten....I'm 27 now 😂
Same!
Ever since I was about 8 years old back in 90. Shout-out the Candyman, NWA, and Above the Law.
This was when rap was good
Same and same. I remember always typing the lyrics to songs out. Must have been an our generation. I loved this song, even Tone Loc on that introduction. I still remember every word too. No shame.
This song will never get old.
NEVER!👍
47 years old. I can remember my best friend and I practicing that running man repeatedly for a teen party in the video when it came out. Fond memories!
My first concert
It is the shit lady get horny off this song
47 aswell🎉
2022 STILL BANGIN THIS LIKE IT CAME OUT YESTERDAY.......CLASSIC
yo whos that half asian half black chick there? Shes kinda cute!!
@@battosaijenkins946 thats my wife pal!
2023 now 😂 lol
@@kimmeyearlhart STILL MY SHIT IN 2024 FAM..
GenX here, man, so many good memories I miss these days school dances and house parties 😌
Had this song on a cassette single
Rest In Peace Johnny J. One of the best producers of all time. Always making hits
Wow!!!! I didn't know this, thank you! Rest easy Johnny J.
Rip
Could of sworn dat wasz him
R.I.P Johnny J
Wowww!!! No wonder 2pac had this genius producing his records! Long Live Johnny J!!❤
In 2024, I'm still a conscious and boom bap hip hop head but i like having fun, which is a element of the culture and this classic embodies that. 😊
Hip Hop was fun back in the day!
These were the days when The Simpsons, In Living Color and Married With Children were the best shows on TV.
Donnie Simpson was on BET.
MC Hammer was the hottest artist.
Pretty Woman was the biggest movie.
Oh man, Donnie Simpson was the man! Every Black singer and rapper wanted to get on his show.
I use to watch video soul every day also dont forget about the movie House party was popular too
@@sarahsimpkins1311 Yes Indeed ! You are correct. House Party is a CLASSIC !
I was in Jr high school
Head bangers ball was in too.
I’m an ‘85 baby. This song brings me so much nostalgia of being a kid.
1985 here. Mid 80s is timeless
@@gabesilvestre5271 Absolutely!
THIS WILL NEVER GET OLD...THEY DONT MAKE THEM LIKE THEY USED TO...
One of kind… still blowing my mind.. 2023!
what about hi c and rcb??
Only true OG's know about this. This era is 1000% better than today.
you can say that again
No doubt 💯
Foreal
Facts
Dear god what happen to us, this was a amazing time to be alive
DYSTOPIAN REALITY
the internet
Things change. Gangster rap became more popular and he helped it to. Once groups like NWA and the Wu Tang Clan came it songs like these just weren't popular anymore
So True
Nothing happened to us... it happened to them...
I remember these girls sang the chorus to me and the homies at lunchtime... Tanya and Gina. Yeah Buddy
I couldn't believe how good this was when it came out, and it still holds up!
For real tho.
90s music artists and Hip Hop muzic, lyrics beats, bass was the best.
NO QUESTION 90'S ERA FOREVER.......BEST ERA PERIOD...
One of the first hip-hop songs i learned all the lyrics to and really got into. Still bangin to this day!
At 15 years old I remember liking Candyman's video's for the dancing and the vibe. Wasn't that the reason you liked watching videos? We wanted to dance, sing along and feel good. Oh, those were the days. Thank you, Candyman, for making me smile then and now.
iluvmyboba 1988 or something like that wasn't it? Cause I was around 15-16 too, and I lived in Glendale California, and I actually believed my friend when she said it was her doing the background lyrics, lol, WELL, it could have been, after all we lived in Los Angeles California.
I'm feeling that ish
I agree 💯
True dat.
Thank u for taking me back to the simple things.
I love this song and the fact that Betty Wrights Tonights the Night is the beat is amazing. Man this was true rap. They took great grooving beats we danced too and made them into great music and tracks.
Cool
I remember it was on the jukebox
2024 STILL BANGIN THIS CLASSIC STILL DOPE MUSIC..
Bumping this til the wheels fall off 🎶🎵🎶
2354 STILL BANGIN...
@@Vcb619 NO DOUBT
Timeless smooth track with a groove that no one can match. Respect!! 💯
Thanks for the groove Betty.
I love it, takes me back to 1990
Yep
Damn!! Mis the 90s can we go back memories 😔
It came out in 90? I was 14 / 15 then..
@@rey746 I wish baby....ima 90's chic...stay representing.
I thought it was later than that
Tone Loc at the beginning never paid attention to this before!!
Yup!😊
I just now noticed that too. That is definitely Tone Loc
Notice he spun the record backwards and knocked the stylus off.
oh yeah !!
How in the fuck do you NOT immediately recognize Tone’s voice?!?
Crazy Johnny J went from this video background to producing some if not the best 2 pac songs ever!! Rest easy Johnny J.
Who is listening in COVID 19, this classic Jam, smooth and classy
And ll cool j
it's 8:22am wednesday jan 13th 2021 .. I'm in China at work listening to it!!lol
I am
I do and have been seen it came out. Love 80’s & 90’s. Best music 🎵
I also heard paperboys ditty , 😁.
Why have I gone all my life without hearing this song till now??!?!
Every second of this is so good
Oh wow!!
I was about to say the same thing. Lol
25 + years ago
2023 now lol
Do yourself a favor and tap into all the old school music from mid 80s-mid 90s.. (Thank me later. My 20 yr old son did)
So glad you found it. 🎉
2019 AND STILL BANGIN THIS ALMOST EVERYDAY....CLASSIC
Yaaaaaaasss definitely still a banger 2019
2019!
Everyday? Think you need to explore some other music.. this is watered down hip hop not a bad song but not that good
September 2019 👍😎 love this song ♥️
Boldnblnt yesss
Listen to this over and over and over again loved this then and still loving it now.
Only 7.3 mill views? This song was the shit back in the 90s, and still bumping!!
90s still the best ❤❤❤❤.
Miss you 90s.
He Sound just like Play and looks like Overton 😂😂😂... But damn if this ain't a fresh into the 90s feel... I don't know what is 🤷🏽♂️
SouthCalifas619
No it's not.
Knockin' Boots' sample from Betty Wright's "Tonight is the Night" and Rose Royce' "Ooh Boy"..
While On a Sunday Afternoon could be a mix from 4 samples:
1) "Papa was too" By Joe Tex, 1966
2) "Groovin'" By The Young Rascals, 1967
3) "Crystal Blue Persuasion" By Tommy Jones and the Shondells, 1968
4) "La-la Means I Love You" By Delfonics, 1968
It just sounds similar because they're both sung by the same vocalist I believe, Shiro Stokes.
Thanks for this, i was scrolling down through all the comments hoping to find out who knew but the additional information as well was a bonus - you really know your music!!!
So was color me badd’s sex you up song they snatched that shit from Betty Wright’s Tonight is the night
Sue Hadid what up Baby
2019 still holds up, rather these than the music that's coming out right now...
Feb 2021 who else still rocking with this joint Time goes by Fast this is a dope song still gives the vibe it did back then!! 1990
Agree!
March 2021. Came here from the Rose Royce original.
Been so long, I'm so old now🤦♀️😭
@@brookelynnkeele6841 I'm older myself but Ion call myself old lol but I feel you
@@Dantana773 I'm pretty old hun unfortunately
Anyone else feel Candyman and Play sound identical???? I love it, my era of music.
I love how he samples Tonight's the night by Betty wright, and references Ooh Boy by Rose Royce. 2 amazing classics
I was a little kid when I first heard this and it's always been #1 on my top 5 songs of all times list, Good ol days when I was a kid and no responsibilities or work lol
Excellent! Great tune. You don't hear this stuff anymore!
Beat is fire since '90.
My first concert at a pre-teen night club in the late 80s. This song will always hold a special place in my heart!!!
"Break out the bottle of Asti Spumante pop of the top and Rock wit my posse"
read this when he said it
Word lol 😂
The look on his face as he says this! 😆
The Good Stuff!
...the "poor man's Cristal"
...SO much better than that "Korbel" or "Brüt" crap.
@@benjaminnichols9727 okay, so there IS something about the "look" on dude's face! I have not seen this video in probably 28 years but I knew anticipated that he'd have that face on. wow.
This use to be my song.....I had the album, The best songs were "Knockin the boots", "Candyman" & "Melt in your mouth"....CLASSIC
I still have it.
I still do! lol the 78 vinyl
I’m an 80’s baby & this song will never get old
Anybody else remeber watching this video on "The Box"? In Chicago where I grew up it was channel 13...the good ol' dayz!
Believe me when I say this, the radio brought me here, who knew they still play good music 👌
I grow up hearing this song, Candyman is a great person. I very close friend to the family. The music sure has changed, sad.
Not really music now
Love this song, am I the only one that noticed how much he look like Overton from Living Single.
lol he does miss living single
hell yea
"dogs playing poker" haha they always played that clip promoting the show
Lolol I'm Weak Yes He Does.
Lmfao now I can’t unsee this
The dj played this the other day and my childhood flashed in my eyes 😮💨✨
October 2024 still gets play
Random fun fact, the girl singing the hook in this song, is the same girl that sings the hook in Thuggish Ruggish Bone, Shatasha Williams!
also candyman is on the front cover of nwa and posse album.
Yep! I read that in a 2015 interview.
Yeah they both went to Washington prep. (Generals)
She look asian. No way her last name can black
Really
Ooh boy I love you so never ever ever going to let you go once I get my hands on you....
Throwback for reals! Love it
2018 now and one of the best songs
Missy Nguyen chinita
been lockdown for 10 years and got 5 months left can't wait for a lady to say this to me
Missy i love you too😍😍😍 got damn!!!!🌷🌷🌷
I always loved her hook she sings
Rest in Peace Johnny J!
IN THE MIX I see 👀 😊
"Did you know Candyman’s hit *Knockin’ Boots* went platinum in 1990, selling over 1 million copies. Produced by the legendary Johnny ‘J’-best known for his work with Tupac-the track grossed an estimated $3.5 million and became a defining '90s classic. It even pushed Candyman’s debut album *Ain’t No Shame in My Game* to gold status!"
This song and Don't Fight the Feeling by Too Short were the two most popular songs at my middle school. Ahh, the memories 😊
Okay I know this comment is 3 years old but I still have to respond. I don't know where you went to school but it was exactly the same for me. I am 47 years old and to this day anytime somebody says "Can I ask you a question?" My mind just goes back to Junior High.
They were hitting those dance moves and having fun. Great times!
Candyman made knockin' boots sound wholesome compared to today's music.
I Miss the rhythm and the dance moves of the 90s, the originality along with the hipness.
Now as a 70s baby , these guys made a big contribution to hip hop in the 80s , their sound, lyrics, and look was refreshing af !!!!! Miss those days !
When the beat pick up after the hook? Yes. Dank asf
Boy oh boy do I love this song! I remember this guy was on fire with this jam. He performed this song on every show imaginable and I recorded each performance as a kid.
I met Candyman last year. He was drunk off of his rocker but he was very nice. He took a picture with everyone who asked and he even had conversations with everyone.
Fun fact! This track was produced by none other than Johnny J! 😊😎 Later produced 2Pac’s DR tracks…he makes a cameo in the video as the DJ as well..❤️ RIP Johnny J
The Cuban 🇨🇺 Milatant
This song played at every night club. What a wild time back then. The era that you understand the lyrics and no profanity.
80s and 90s remakes were actually great
I been lockdown for 10 years got 5 months left and can't wait to bump this melt in your mouth lol been a while
Got. Both his album s
80's rock and hip hop nothing like it..
2020 STILL BANGIN THIS IN THE WHIP DAILY!!!!!!
Just found out Johnny J made this beat. Plus many for 2Pac. RIP
Plus, that’s Johnny J in the video as the DJ!
@@jgshash9910 Yup, I never noticed back in the day
I’m a 90s baby it’s unfortunate I missed most of the timeless classics that came before me.
NICE PLACE TO START LEARNING SOME DOPE MUSIC....SALUTE TO YOU..
🎉 happy 2023. ❤ love this song from way back in da day in da Chicago. 🌟✨🌟
This joint is Smooth 🔥🔥☑️☑️🙌🙌😁😁🔥🔥🔥☑️🙌🔥🔥. Hard to believe this song was made 30 yrs ago. It sounds just like it was made yesterday the beat and lyrics are so fresh 💖💖
Ohw I never knew I could be so happy to hear one of my childhood-first-in-touch-with-hiphop/rap favorites! 🙏🏻
"Givin it up...like a good girl has to" lol. Gotta love the old skool. memories for days
Watching and smiling. Brings back great memories!
Bring real music back to 2020 plz
This was the dayz and I’m 36 years old my parents played good music all day long
This song crept in my head today outta nowhere. It takes me back... definitely a smile on my face!!
That just happened to me today. 😁
Whose here in 2024
Ayooo!!!!🎉🎉🎉
I'm here in 2434 and this song is still a banger.
Right here
💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚
Arizona dancing to old school
Oh man, I had totally forgot about this song. What memories!
Dont forget about Johnny j guys...
Lets keep his memory alive!
yes i will
i just paid homage just learned about him today ,,,dayum im late mar 20 spring day 2021
we was on of the best ...better then most ..on the super low ...
is it just me or is this one of the best songs ever mixed with one of the best songs ever
Been looking for this song for years . Then heard it on the Seattle radio when I was visiting my family. Love this one 😊
2019? I was 13 when this came out. Now I'm 42.RNS💯
Sammy Lopez wow
Sammy Lopez holy shit u a boomer
@Yessenia Hernandez hell yeah, lol.
@@KristenZianourry2015 🤔😆
I bet you still know all the lyrics.
Still bumpin in 2018
a1duzit honestly !!
No!...I didnt type this in search...No its just popped up. 😙
Yep
2019 Vibin 😎🎶🤷🏾♂️
@@diiane. and 2019
3:03
I love his hilarious facial expression trying to pronounce "Asti spumante"!
90s all over again ,I had the overalls and Fannie pak,with L.A. gear boots ,killin the dance the floor
Music was fun, and happy, love, and peace back in the 90! 2016 it's about drugs, sexing, and profanity. This is why our community is so messed up!
I miss those good old days of early hip-hop. Even 2 Live Crew was fun back then. Everything nowadays is so loaded with misogyny, I want nothing to do with it. Run DMC was fun back then so is this tune.
Marilyn Taylor this is bout sex too 🤦♀️
Yes Marilyn it is sad but true you are right!
Marilyn Taylor hell yeah man
:/ It’s about one thing
My senior year. I'm 50 now still banging this one.
Every time I hear this song on the radio I turn it up. 🔊😎
Grateful to have a dad who was a DJ during this era and raised me with a huge array of music genre interests
It’s the Super Mario Brothers style dancers in the background with the overalls FOR ME! 2024 and this still cranks. 🤗
Still bumping it...
I personally trained candyman. Real nice humble guy
Old school dance moves fire 🔥 👍👍
Who’s listening in 2024✌🏽
Is that Tone Loc on the intro?
Me. Getting my daughter’s hair braided, the song that was sampled to make this came on and it instantly brought me back to this. Had to revisit it. Good song.
@@99cobra46I haven't heard this in ages but I heard it tonight so I HAD to come find it. Awesome!
Had this album in 90-back when I was 12. Album had a few good tracks but he went MIA after. I was little white punk kid who thought I was the coolest thing and loved hip hop. Rakim, G Rap, Kane EPMD, PE were my favs back then-great time for music and just growing up. Miss those days
This Is True Hip Hop For Life Man!!!!!!
How does this song have any dislikes? one of my favvvsss ❤ I remember hearing a version of the girl's song where she hits higher notes when she sings and I know I will never find it...
This lyrics was in my head all the week but I couldnt find it anywhere. Shaggy this och Shaggy that (I love him tho) but this version is the ONE I was looking for. Old school ❤
wow now this is a loooooooooong time since I heard this one. Man and it sure brings back some pretty nice memories 😍😍
The radio played the hell out of this back in the day. I never knew Johnny J produced this till recently
This the best time 90 er rap ❤
This was the first cassette I bought as a kid!