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George Clinton — Atomic Dog
Album: The Best Of George Clinton
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Released: 1986
Length: 4:39
Plays (last 30 days): 0
Yeah, this is a story of a famous dog
For the dog that chases its tail will be dizzy
These are clapping dogs, rhythmic dogs
Harmonic dogs, house dogs, street dogs
Dog of the world unite
Dancin' dogs
Yeah
Countin' dogs, funky dogs
Nasty dogs (Dog)

Atomic dog
Atomic dog

Like the boys
When they're out there walkin' the streets
May compete
Nothin' but the dog in ya

Bow-wow-wow-yippie-yo-yippie-yeah
Bow-wow-yippie-yo-yippie-yeah
Bow-wow-wow-yippie-yo-yippie-yeah
Bow-wow-yippie-yo-yippie-yeah

Like the boys
When they're out there walkin' the streets
May compete
Nothin' but the dog in ya

Why must I feel like that
Oh, why must I chase the cat

Like the boys
When they're out there walkin' the streets
May compete
Nothin' but the dog in ya

Ruff
Ruff
Ruff

Why must I feel like that
Why must I chase the cat
Nothin' but the dog in me

Why must I feel like that
Why must I chase the cat
Nothin' but the dog in me

Why must I feel like that
Why must I chase the cat
Nothin' but the dog in me

Why must I feel like that
Why must I chase the cat
Nothin' but the dog in me

Do the dogcatcher, dogcatcher
Do the dogcatcher
Do the dogcatcher, dogcatcher
Do the dogcatcher

Do the dogcatcher, baby, do the dogcatcher
Ooh

Why must I feel like that
Why must I chase the cat
Nothin' but the dog in me

Why must I feel like that
Why must I chase the cat
Nothin' but the dog in me

Bow-wow-yippie-yo-yippie-yeah
Bow-wow-wow-yippie-yo-yippie-yeah
Bow-wow-yippie-yo-yippie-yeah

Just walkin' the dog
Oh, atomic dog

Futuristic bow-wow

Ruff

Leader of the pack
Wild dog

Why must I feel like that
Why must I chase the cat
Just the dog in me
Nothin' but the dog in me

Why must I feel like that
Why must I chase the cat
Just the dog in me
Nothin' but the dog in me

Why must I feel like that
Why must I chase the cat
The dog in me (Dog in me)
The dog is in me (Dog in me)

Do the dogcatcher, dogcatcher
Do the dogcatcher
Do you wanna do the dogcatcher
Well, baby, why don't you do it again for me

Dogcatcher, dogcatcher
Do the dogcatcher

House-trained dogs
Wild dogs
Say it again

Why must I feel like that
Why must I chase the cat
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 the_jake wrote:
The only reason I am probably getting this funky dog catcher treatment 

It's from my favorites list.

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Most recent comment 11 years ago in early 2022.

I will grant the 1st thumbs up on this song comment list

Why must I feel like that ......
 
Just walking the dog ........ catcher
The only reason I am probably getting this funky dog catcher treatment 

It's from my favorites list.

No thumbs up or thumbs down on the comments
Most recent comment 11 years ago 
Now Its in early 2022.

I will grant the 1st thumbs up on this song comment list

george clinton by ~curryfish
This takes me back to the days of watching Night Flight on the USA network, which is where I first encountered this song. Given the number and variety of musicians I was exposed to by that series, it was a precursor to internet radio. Futuristic bow-wow, indeed.
Stefen wrote:
This set has not been RP's best: George Clinton - Atomic Dog Modest Mouse - Dashboard Franz Ferdinand - Take Me Out David Bowie - Modern Love
Couldn't agree more. Junk.
Shaken_Bake wrote:
An Atomic Dog: Michael Vick's worst nightmare! Bow wow wow
ROFLMAO
Not enough P-Funk on RP, but he did many much better songs.
Bill...you are my hero!
An Atomic Dog: Michael Vick's worst nightmare! Bow wow wow
snowcat wrote:
Always wondered how dogs achieved so much significance in hip-hop?
Fo shizzle.
Always wondered how dogs achieved so much significance in hip-hop?
ha-my corgi and I are digging this sunday morning super funk
This set has not been RP's best: George Clinton - Atomic Dog Modest Mouse - Dashboard Franz Ferdinand - Take Me Out David Bowie - Modern Love
Phunk! Yo! Phunk-it! Yo! Woof! Do tha' Dog!
I didnt' know George Clinton covered Snoop Dogg! hahaha!
Daniel_Pittenger wrote:
wow....words are not in my vocabulary to describe how terrible this is.
And this is actually called the BEST of George Clinton. Can you imagine what his worst must sound like?
ndg wrote:
Don't phight the phunk.
ScottFromWyoming wrote:
Bow wow wow yippee-yo, yippee-yay!
What he said!
Bring on da funk!
wow....words are not in my vocabulary to describe how terrible this is.
eman wrote:
What. . . ? On RP. . . ?
LOLOLOLOL - I almost fell off my chair when this came on!!! Classic!
I recommended this song a couple of years ago and got the "not likely" response. I guess things change. This song is credited by some for being a major early influence for rap music.
sutcliff wrote:
The mothership has landed.
WE GOT THE FUNKY Atomic Dogcatcha Remember a thread topic where others and myself were interested in hearing GC in some incarnation on RP. Good addition, Bill More than Three Dog songs in a row COOL
FUNK ON RP! Definitely an eclectic mix of music! Brings back good memories! Thanks Bill.
orpheus wrote:
dude, you seriously need a lesson on differentiating between "disco" and ultra-classic and serious FUNK!!!
Absolutely! I was just listening to my upload of Lee Dorsey's "Yes We Can" and noticed this come up on the main playlist - from classic swamp funk to classic psychedelic funk! It's time to chair dance!!
mgoldman wrote:
I may not like it alot, but at least it is break from the overwhelming EMO, mellow nature of the majority of things played on RP. Not my cup of tea, but it at least a change from the Droning
you do have other listening options you know...bring on da funk
nelamvr6 wrote:
Disco still sucks. It has sucked since the 70's, and ever will suck.
dude, you seriously need a lesson on differentiating between "disco" and ultra-classic and serious FUNK!!!
nelamvr6 wrote:
Disco still sucks. It has sucked since the 70's, and ever will suck.
i liked it for a sec the beats that were old, same, different but it's tedious now, a moment later.
Ain't no Disco...George be the original Dr Funkenstein - the Master of Funk - His Funkaliciousness! If you ain't got no Funk in ya, well I do feel for you, bro'
Disco still sucks. It has sucked since the 70's, and ever will suck.
I may not like it alot, but at least it is break from the overwhelming EMO, mellow nature of the majority of things played on RP. Not my cup of tea, but it at least a change from the Droning
What happened to all the bongs i had in the 70's? Boogie, laugh, get the munchies...Whoa rush...
What...? On RP...?
meloman wrote:
Sorry, but one of the worst songs I've ever heard and one of the worst covers I've ever seen.
Oh really? Well you have to admit that it is historically significant, at least.
this song makes me feel pumped
Dammit I didn't miss this.
Feel the funk, yall. Sublime.
Righteous!
Dammit I missed this.
*gets up and dances*
Sorry, but one of the worst songs I've ever heard and one of the worst covers I've ever seen.
what a surprise. I use to rollerskate to this song.
OK, there is some righteous booty-shaking going on in my office right now...
Dawg!
Yay! I never expected to get any Pfunk on RP! Time to upload some Mothership Connection...
Awesome!
lkbooth71 wrote:
I can't believe I missed it.. Please play it again, Mr. Musicman!
DITTO! And soon!
Good tune. Real Good stuff. RP is the place to be. BTW - more John Hiatt, please!!!
I can't believe I missed it.. Please play it again, Mr. Musicman!
Love it or hate it, this song certainly brought a lot of RP listeners out to post a comment. I don't think I've seen so many posts after a songs first play. Personally, I love it!
ScottFromWyoming wrote:
Bow wow wow yippee-yo, yippee-yay!
Doggy Dogg's in the mutha...oh wait...uh.... Glad to hear this!
Phunky!~
I was out to lunch, and when I came back and opened the door to my office I hear "bow wow wow yippie-yo yippie-yay" comming from the speakers. Last thing I expected to hear, but thanks for mixing it up.
The only CD I ever threw away was GC.
that was fun!!
jgeyer wrote:
Has that hint of funk doesn't it.
Only a little bit. I could use a bit more.
Oh my gawd, Bill - you just slapped me with a big dogpile o' memories! Thanks!
maybe an 8 with additional cowbell, just a 7.3 now...
ScottFromWyoming wrote:
Bow wow wow yippee-yo, yippee-yay!
what he said!
Woof!
Why must I chase the cat?
Gettin' FUNKY!
Feels like I should be at the roller rink.
Why? Why must I chase the cat? The question of the ages.
........nuthin but the dawg in me........... funkin excellent sh!t right here man! Seen the P-funk many times, ALWAYS a hothotHOT show!
Has that hint of funk doesn't it.
Right on with the right on!
I bet my boss sings this when I leave the office
I actually talked to the guy who wrote/sang this (several times on the phone) in GC's band...Muddy Cooper. He was a good friend of a former boyfriend's! Nice guy, too! He also was the voice of Sly Foxx "Let's Go All the Way."
C'mon funkyfreaks ... get out da woodwork!! RP funks my world!
Glad to hear this!
Right the f--k on!
The mothership has landed.
Bow wow wow yippee-yo, yippee-yay!