The Fat Boys Are Back
The Fat Boys Are Back is the second studio album by hip hop group The Fat Boys, released on June 1, 1985 by Sutra Records. Album was produced by rap legend Kurtis Blow. Album peaked at number 63 on the US Billboard 200, and number 11 on the Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums chart. The album was certified Gold by the RIAA on January 9, 1986.
The album features three the Billboard singles: "The Fat Boys Are Back", "Hard Core Reggae" and "Don't Be Stupid". The song "Pump It Up" was performed in the movie Krush Groove during the Disco Fever scene.
Track listing
- "The Fat Boys Are Back" – 6:10
- "Don't Be Stupid" – 5:40
- "Human Beat Box" – 3:16
- "Yes, Yes, Y'All" – 5:16
- "Hard Core Reggae" – 5:58
- "Pump It Up" – 6:25
- "Fat Boys Scratch" – 5:02
- "Rock 'N' Roll" – 6:00
Personnel
- Musicians: Steve Breck, Kurtis Blow, Danny Harris, Dave Ogrin, David Reeves
- Background vocals: Michelle Cobbs, Fonda Rae, Alyson Williams, Kurtis Blow, Larry Green, Danny Harris, David Reeves
- Mixing: Kurtis Blow, Dave Ogrin
- Executive producer: Art Kass, Charles Stettler
- Mastering: Frankford/Wayne Mastering Labs
- Photography: Raeanne Rubenstein
- Design: Lynda West
Charts
Weekly charts
Year | Song | Chart | Peak position |
1985 | "The Fat Boys Are Back" | US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks | 27 |
1985 | "Hard Core Reggae" | US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks | 52 |
1985 | "Don't Be Stupid" | US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks | 62 |