Party All the Time


"Party All the Time" is a song by comedian and actor Eddie Murphy, written and produced by Rick James. It was the lead single from Murphy's 1985 debut album How Could It Be. The single was recorded at James' home studio in Buffalo, New York. It reached #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks, behind "Say You, Say Me" by Lionel Richie. Rick James also provided vocals for the song.
The lyrics are a lament by the singer that despite the expensive, extravagant things he lavishes on his girlfriend, she much prefers spending time going out clubbing, dancing, partying, as well as flirting and cheating with other men, rather than being with her boyfriend and remaining faithful to him.

Reception

Barbara Bryson of Los Angeles Times criticized the song, characterizing it as "Gumby goes disco". The publication also placed the song at #1 on "The Video Bottom 10" list.

Charts

Peak positions

Year-end charts

Year-end chart Rank
US Top Pop Singles 7

All-time charts

Certifications

Sharam Tayebi remix

In 2006, house DJ and producer Sharam Tayebi of Deep Dish released a remix of the song, known simply as "PATT", which peaked at No. 8 on the UK Singles Chart on December 30, 2006.