Uptown Funk

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"Uptown Funk" is a hit song by British producer Mark Ronson, featuring American singer Bruno Mars. Released in November 2014, it was part of Ronson's album "Uptown Special." The song combines funk, pop, soul, and disco elements, drawing inspiration from 1980s Minneapolis sound. Its catchy lyrics and distinctive "doh" refrain made it a cultural phenomenon. "Uptown Funk" topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 14 weeks, breaking records and winning Grammy Awards for Record of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. The song's creation involved a collaborative effort between Ronson, Mars, Jeff Bhasker, and Philip Lawrence. It began as a jam session, evolving over months to capture its unique funk vibe. The music video, directed by Mars and Cameron Duddy, features the duo performing in a retro setting. "Uptown Funk" has been viewed billions of times on YouTube and remains one of the most successful singles in recent music history, with certifications of 11x Platinum in the U.S. and 6x Platinum in the UK. Despite copyright controversies, it remains a timeless pop classic.