Category: Tom Tom Club

Genius of Love – Unraveling the Cult Classic’s Vibrant Ode to Musical Revolution

Thomas Dolby heralded it as the ‘soundtrack to the summer of a million love affairs.’ The 1981 hit ‘Genius of Love’ by Tom Tom Club has woven its way through decades of dance floors, radio waves, and hip hop samples, becoming an enduring icon of groovy eclecticism. But beyond the infectious beats and playful references, there lies a substantive layer of meaning and tribute within the song’s fabric.

Genius of Love

“Genius of Love” by Tom Tom Club

“Genius of Love” is a dance song whose primary purpose does appear to be inspiring the listener to boogie or “have some fun”, as the lyrics themselves don’t seem to particularly have any type...