Bust a Move (song)

"Bust a Move" is a song by British-American rapper Young MC from his 1989 debut album, Stone Cold Rhymin'.

The breakdown segment contains a combination of beats sampled from the songs "Scorpio" by Dennis Coffey and the Detroit Guitar Band, and "Daytime Hustler" by Bette Midler.

"Bust a Move" also has guest vocals by Crystal Blake and bass guitar by Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea, who both appear in the music video.

Released as a single on May 22, 1989, "Bust a Move" is Young MC's biggest hit, reaching number 7 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and topping the charts in Australia in 1990.

The single was certified Platinum in the United States by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in January 1990.