The song provided the basis for the success of dance fad called Electric Slide.
[6] Wailer noted that 'Electric Boogie' was inspired by "Electric Avenue" by Eddy Grant, also released in 1982.
[7][8] The song is strongly associated with the "Electric Slide" line dance and has since become a celebratory staple.
The song was very popular in North America at weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, and other special occasions in the 1990s.
[10] This version was also a minor hit on the Hot Black Singles chart, peaking at number 78.