Music has a way of capturing moments, igniting trends, and creating a movement. The '90s boasted an era where music not only set the charts on fire but also defined cultural phenomenons. Central to this dynamic period was the American music group Quad City DJ's, known for their chart-topping hit 'C'mon N' Ride It (The Train)', a platinum-certified rap-remix that made locomotion a dance floor staple.
The inception of Quad City DJ's saw the light in Jacksonville, Florida, with a group that fused hip-hop's gritty essence with the infectious rhythms of dance music. They were influencers before the term became a social media byword. They laid down tracks that led the way to the dance crazes of their time and continue to echo in the corridors of platforms like TikTok today.
But let's rewind the tape back to 1988 when two talents, better known as Jay Ski and C.C. Lemonhead, first teamed up. Early work saw them generating momentum with other acts, such as Three Grand and Icey J, culminating in the unforgettable '95 South' creation of 'Whoot, There It Is'. The path they blazed was clear: energize the masses, and they will follow.
Their mastery in creating hits that resonated on a cultural level led to their self-formed eponymous duo, which undoubtedly peaked with 'C'mon N' Ride It (The Train)'. The track sampled none other than soul legend Barry White and saw itself searing through the charts to peak at an astounding #3 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Following their successful single, a full-length album 'Get On Up and Dance' kept the party going strong. Not only did it boast the hit single that had everyone on board the music train, but it also featured 'Summer Jam', which climbed up the hot rap tracks list.
Their musical prowess even earned them a spot on a seminal cultural milestone - the 'Space Jam' soundtrack. The movie's theme song, championed by the group, enjoyed its limelight on MTV and held its own on the charts.
Even after their initial disbandment, their music continued to resonate, leading to a reunion that reprised their roles as crowd animators. And today, their tracks still invite listeners to jump aboard and relive the groove. With TikTok's Music App becoming a vessel for rediscovery, nostalgia is only a stream away. Board the music train here and experience the ride once more.
