Then-upcoming artist Ashanti dropped by Irv Gotti's studio in New York. Ain't It Funny? ELDER MUSIC: Ain’t it Funny… Sunday, 19 July 2020. Mornin' 2. Then I sat with … "Lost" contains elements from "Flame of Love", written by Chen Gexin and Taq Qin and performed by Bai Guang. by Chives, released 19 April 2019 1. [1][2][3] The song shares the same title with Lopez's 2002 song "Ain't It Funny (Murder Remix)", which is a completely different song. Ain't It Funny How An Old Broken Bottle/ Looks Just Like A Diamond Ring. Take Me Back 3. 8 in Flanders and No. It was adapted from Funny How … She recalled: "Everyone was there and Ja [Rule] was on the floor playing video games, and they had the beat playing in the background. The remix peaked at #1 on the Hot 100 and Airplay for the week ending March 9, 2002 giving Lopez her third chart-topper following ", R&B singer-songwriter Ashanti Douglas wrote several verses for the remix and also supplied background vocals. Record executive and rapper Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs broke up with Jennifer Lopez shortly before the release of "Ain't It Funny (Murder Remix)." 1 for eight weeks on the Polish Singles Chart. She tries to keep it honest and relatable, hopefully you'll find something in her music that speaks to you. I hope that he's doin fine I heard you told him, That you'd love him till the end of time Now, that's the same thing that you told me Seems like just the other day Gee, ain't it funny, how time slips away. Lyrically, Lopez sings about "creating the perfect romance in your mind, then facing reality when Mr. [14][15] In Sweden, it exceeded sales of 10,000 copies and was certified Gold by the Swedish Recording Industry Association. by. During April 2002, Ashanti had a hand in the top three singles in the United States. Jennifer Lopez: "Ain't It Funny (Remix)" / "I'm Real" Jennifer strikes again, this time with two 2001 … [27] Joe D'Angelo of MTV News noted that she wore "a series of skimpy outfits despite chilly temperatures."[26]. [2] The tune is slightly similar to "When Two Worlds Collide", which was written by Roger Miller and Bill Anderson . Now ain't it kinda funny what kids will say Skip a rope. 10 for the week ending July 28, 2001. Fell and Franklin 5. Find out how God and glam metal go together from the Stryper frontman. However he criticized the "overpowering choir of back-up vocalists" that sing the chorus. "Ain't It Funny" is a song recorded by American singer Jennifer Lopez. Someday [12] In the United Kingdom, the song peaked at No. Answer Save. 25 in Australia on September 2, 2001. The Best UK No. How's your new love? Oh God, pop music is torture! [5] After he conceived the idea for "Ain't It Funny", Rooney returned to his home and "roughed out the track" and composed the song's chorus. We had to do another remix to keep the momentum going." [9], The song received mixed to positive reviews. [7] The song contains a Mecca disco beat and a "bullfight trumpet",[7][8] as well as a "solid dancefloor thump". Then Lopez finds a man (played by Mexican soap opera actor Eduardo Verástegui) she could not resist, falling in love with him. It had a successful chart run in Switzerland, remaining on the Swiss Singles Chart for a total of twenty-six weeks. Written things by a man named Tevs. [7] Billboard's Chuck Taylor praised the song's production as "Grade A" and its lyrics as "smart". These served as the first concerts of her career, in which she was "flanked by a 10-piece orchestra, a five-person choir and 11 dancers." Jennifer Lopez's official music video for 'Ain't It Funny'. [4], While watching a rough cut of The Wedding Planner (2001) in Canada, Jennifer Lopez and Cory Rooney brainstormed ideas for its accompanying soundtrack. [17] "Ain't It Funny" peaked at No. Willie wrote it for Faron Young who had a hit with it and its been recorded by a bunch of folks since including Ray Price. There are no actual drums on "We Will Rock You," just lots of foot stomping. This song, "What's Luv?" After emerging from a center-stage trapdoor, she performed the song while backed by a line of male dancers "outfitted in military garb". These overtly religious songs crossed over to the pop charts, despite resistance from fans, and in many cases, churches. About; Search for: Ain’t It Funny? The song contains a Mecca disco beat and a "bullfight trumpet", as well as a "solid dancefloor thump". * * * This Sunday Elder Music column was launched in December of 2008. Fifth Harmony was going to call their song "Work," but they changed it to "Work from Home" when Rihanna released a song with that title. "Funny How Time Slips Away" is a song written by Willie Nelson and first recorded by country singer Billy Walker. Walker's version peaked at number 23 on the Hot C&W Sides chart. Lyrics to 'Ain't It Funny What A Fool Will Do' by George Jones. [5] The scene where Lopez's character is in the backseat of a car listening to Matthew McConaughey and Bridgette Wilson's characters talk about the wedding made Rooney think of the line "ain't it funny how some feelings you just can't deny and you can't move on even though you try". View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 2002 Vinyl release of "Ain't It Funny" on Discogs. The surreal and gory video was directed by the Hollywood comic actor Jonah Hill. The video debuted the week of July 2, 2001 internationally and in the autumn of 2001 in the U.S. * Sales figures based on certification alone.^ Shipments figures based on certification alone. A group of female gypsies (one of them played by The Pussycat Dolls member Carmit Bachar) show up and make over Lopez so as to make her one of their own. It's Gettin' Late 6. Relevance. The song was first released by O'Connor's later group, Dead Boys, on their 1978 second studio album We Have Come for Your Children. Check Out. Josh Freedom du Lac of Wall of Sound wrote that "Ain't It Funny" steals its melody "wholesale" from Madonna's "La Isla Bonita", although it has a better rhythmic base. Right is less than ideal". [20] In Spain, "Ain't It Funny" peaked at No. 3 in several other countries including the Netherlands, Romania and Sweden. 5 in Wallonia. The first Huey Lewis & the News hit, "Do You Believe In Love?," is a cover of a song Mutt Lange wrote three years earlier called "We Both Believe In Love.". 3, making it her fifth top-ten single there, gaining popularity there it is still played on many radio stations regularly. [5] According to Rooney, "all those words and melodies just started coming" to him while watching the scene. [5], "Ain't It Funny" is a Latin pop song, with a duration of four minutes and six seconds (4:06). Laura Nyro talks about her complex, emotionally rich songwriting and how she supports women's culture through her art. U2's "Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me" from Batman Forever was nominated for both a Golden Globe for Best Original Song and a Razzie for Worst Original Song. The song Ain't It Funny How Wine Slips Away was written by Sheb Wooley and Willie Nelson and was first released by Ben Colder in 1967. We ring the Hell's Bells to see what songs and rockers are sincere in their Satanism, and how much of it is an act. [5] Tommy Mottola was so enthusiastic about the song that he contributed to its melody. Shankman, however, felt that the song had too much of a Latin-influence to be featured in the film, and it was instead included on Lopez's second studio album, J.Lo (2001). The two "pulled different thoughts and feelings" from the film's scenes. Ain’t It Funny What A Fool Will Do Lyrics. Related. [21] Additionally, it reached the top twenty in Germany, Austria, Denmark, Hungary and Italy. Then move onto Ed Sheeran! This was co-written by Jennifer Lopez and Cory Rooney for the 2001 Adam Shankman-directed romantic comedy The Wedding Planner. View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 2001 Cassette release of "Ain't It Funny" on Discogs. [22], From September 22–23, 2001, Lopez performed a set of two concerts in Puerto Rico, entitled Let's Get Loud. "Album Review – Jennifer Lopez – 'J-Lo' (Columbia)", Dutchcharts.nl – Jennifer Lopez – Ain't It Funny", Ultratop.be – Jennifer Lopez – Ain't It Funny", "australian-charts.com - Jennifer Lopez - Ain't It Funny", "The ARIA Report: Issue 634 (Week Commencing 22 April 2002)", Australian Recording Industry Association, Norwegiancharts.com – Jennifer Lopez – Ain't It Funny", The Irish Charts – Search Results – Ain't It Funny", Swisscharts.com – Jennifer Lopez – Ain't It Funny", Spanishcharts.com – Jennifer Lopez – Qué Ironía (Ain't It Funny)", Italiancharts.com – Jennifer Lopez – Ain't It Funny", "J. 9 three weeks later. After playing Jennifer Lopez‘ hit song “Ain’t It Funny (Murder Remix),” which Ashanti wrote but did not sing on the final version, she recalled Diddy’s reaction to the song. "I was on my own for the first time ever and it weirded me out," she told Radio.com. The music popped in my head, and I went home and worked on the track. Ain't it funny How it may be a bad weather day You can feel happy In a most extraordinary way Ain't it funny Though it may shine all day long You can feel down, wear a frown And your face is as long, As long as a mile You have to give before you take The choice is yours So why not make it It's easier than A.B.C. 7 Answers. [11] Jake Barnes of Dot Music called the song bland, writing that Lopez should "check out" Jill Scott's 2000 song "One Is the Magic Number" for how Latin pop "should be done properly". He concluded that it still "sort of runs in place, as though Lopez recorded it while standing on a treadmill". The song was written by Williams as a sarcastic jab at her unwillingness to grow up after moving to Los Angeles to record the Paramore album. "Golddust" contains elements from "People From Out the Space", performed by Embryo . 1’s of 2016 (posted April 2017) Right, let’s finally finish 2016! (Funny what a fool will do) Here am I without your love again. "Ain't It Funny", among other songs, was included on the concerts' set list. 9 in Norway,[18] and Ireland for the week ending August 9, 2001. Monotonous 7. "Ain't It Fun" is a song written by Peter Laughner and Gene O'Connor (known as Cheetah Chrome) and performed by their protopunk band Rocket from the Tombs. Special Mentions ‘Paradise’ – Charli XCX. Nelson wrote this in 1961 for Patsy Cline, one of only a few big names in Nashville at the time who understood him. It was written by Lopez and Cory Rooney for the Adam Shankman-directed romantic comedy The Wedding Planner (2001). [6] Adam Shankman, however, felt that "Ain't It Funny" had too much of a Latin influence for the film, due to its usage of timbales. In Belgium, the song peaked at No. It finds Brown trapped in a 1980s family sitcom, during which various non-PG events occur while a studio audience roars with laughter. Rooney explained: "We had changed the sound of Jennifer Lopez [with "I'm Real"] and we didn't have anything else on the [J.Lo] album we could release as a single. jerryg1212. Only four months late! Who sang "Ain't It funny How Time Slip's Away"? [9] Lyrically, Lopez sings about "creating the perfect romance in your mind, then facing reality when Mr. Lopez herself was also featured in all three ads. [13] "Ain't It Funny" charted at No. "Ain't It Funny" contains elements from "Wervin'", performed by Nick Mason . 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She found herself away from her loved ones feeling completely out of her depth. That Guy in the alley next door who woke up with " A Bottle of Mad Dog " in his lap Monday morn.. Gee, ain't it funny, how time slips away How's your new love? The music video was filmed in sepia tone and directed by Herb Ritts. 2 decades ago. MoMoney. He then worked with Lopez for an hour to complete the song. 0 0. Stab 'em in the back, that's the name of the game And mommy and daddy are who's to blame. "Ain't It Funny" was released as the third single from the album on June 20, 2001, by Epic Records. Eventually all the people there start dancing together, including Lopez and her lover. Does Jimmy Page Worship The Devil? 2 decades ago. Prince Markie Dee of The Fat Boys co-wrote the Mary J. Blige hit "Real Love.". [23][24][25] In December 2001, Lopez, Kid Rock and Ja Rule headlined a concert for the USO troops in a German military base. Lv 4. Scaramouch, a hoople and a superhero soundtrack - see if you can spot the real Queen stories. 0 Comments. Kristian talks songwriting technique, like how the chorus should redefine the story, and how to write a song backwards. 14 in Switzerland on July 29, 2001, and peaked at No. In Poland, the song peaked at No. referencing Ain't It Funny, CD, Maxi, 671202 2, EPC 671202 2, 6712022000 Worth Seeking Out for the Steve Silk Hurley Mix - Latin House Workout Reply Notify me Helpful Menu. BLOG HOUSEKEEPING REMINDER: As announced last Monday, beginning tomorrow (20 July 2020), Time Goes By will no longer be published on Facebook. by Fat Joe featuring Ashanti, and her own solo hit ", Although Ashanti had recorded the chart-topping duet ". [26] On January 1, 2002, the concert aired as a special on the MTV Network hosted by Carson Daly, For the Troops: An MTV/USO Special. Written by: Daniel Dewan Sewell, Paul Michael Williams White Lyrics © WARP MUSIC LIMITED, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind Lopez disagreed with Shankman and the two later agreed to use "Love Don't Cost a Thing" in the film. Grazing In The Grass by The Friends Of Distinction was the first big hit to use the phrase "dig it" in the lyric. 4. Why Do You Laugh When I Dance? Ain't it funny how it happens Who would ever would imagine Brown sees the irony in how becoming a successful drug dealer leads him to become an addict himself. [9], "Ain't It Funny" was a commercial success, peaking within the top ten in multiple countries. Right is less than ideal". 1 & 2) – 8:28, "Ain't It Funny" (Brandnew Extended) – 4:54, "Ain't It Funny" (Tropical Dance Remix) – 3:49, "Qué Ironía (Ain't It Funny)" (Tropical Dance Remix) – 3:47, "Qué Ironía (Ain't It Funny)" (Radio Traffic Mix) – 3:12, "Qué Ironía (Ain't It Funny)" (Tribal Mix) – 6:02, This page was last edited on 18 April 2021, at 00:17. Abby Zimet, Further columnist. "Sail on down the line Ain’t it funny how the time can go All my friends say they told me so But it doesn’t matter It was plain to see That a small town boy like me Just wasn’t your cup of tea I was wishful thinking" Refers to friends that were telling him it was time to move on and start on his own. Lo's Puerto Rico Concerts Set For DVD", "J. Laughner died a year before. Track 4 of Willie's first LP 'And then I wrote' - released in 1962. Chris Gotti, Irv Gotti's brother, said 'Ja's supposed to be writing this record for J-Lo, but … "Ain't It Funny" is a Latin pop song, with a duration of four minutes and six seconds (4:06).