Bertha Butt Boogie -

The original record sleeve featured a comic strip conceptualized by John Pruitt to tell Bertha's story visually.

The song was more than just a novelty track; it was a legitimate hit. It reached and No. 22 on the US R&B chart. Bertha Butt Boogie

The character of Bertha Butt wasn’t new when the "Boogie" dropped. She first appeared in the band’s 1972 smash hit "Troglodyte (Cave Man)" , where she was introduced as one of the "Butt Sisters". Public fascination with Bertha was so high that Jimmy Castor decided to give her a dedicated follow-up. The original record sleeve featured a comic strip

A callback to Castor's 1967 hit, "Hey Leroy, Your Mama’s Callin' You". 22 on the US R&B chart

Returning to dance on the beach with Bertha.

Jimmy Castor is one of the most sampled artists in history, with his "Bertha Butt" era tracks providing the foundation for countless hip-hop and dance songs.

Whether you're a crate-digger or just looking for a fun throwback, "The Bertha Butt Boogie" remains a essential piece of funk history. Bertha. It's a song you can do the twist to! - Facebook