This Grammy-nominated hit by Cee Lo Green is perfect for pop a cappella groups. With a rhythmic groove supporting a soloist, this one really kicks! Recording by Kettering High School's Eleventh Hour.
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Series:Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:Alfred Music
Page Count:20
SKU:00-PO-0001683
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About the Composer: Christopher Brown
Christopher Brown is a composer and producer who has shaped contemporary pop music through his work with major artists and chart-topping hits. His ability to craft accessible, groove-driven arrangements has made him a sought-after collaborator in both recording and educational choral settings.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures the infectious energy of the original while giving your ensemble a genuine pop hit to sink their teeth into. The rhythmic foundation and featured soloist role create the kind of performance moment that audiences remember, and the divisi voicing allows singers at different skill levels to contribute meaningfully to the sound.
What to expect
Propulsive and sassy, with a rhythmic urgency that keeps listeners engaged. The divisi voicing creates rich harmonic layers while the prominent soloist role brings personality and attitude to the front of the mix.
Who it's for
Pop a cappella ensembles, show choirs, and contemporary vocal groups looking for a recognizable, high-energy hit with genuine performance appeal. Singers need secure rhythmic control and the ability to blend in divisi writing, making this suitable for intermediate to advanced choirs.
How to get the most out of it
Lock in the rhythmic groove before adding any melodic flourishes; the pocket is what makes this arrangement shine, and precision in the ensemble's rhythmic backbone will allow your soloist to sit comfortably on top.
Balance the divisi sections carefully so that the layered harmonies enhance rather than muddy the overall color; consider sectional rehearsals where each voice part learns its rhythmic role independently.
Let your soloist own the spotlight during featured moments, but ensure the background voices maintain their energy and lock in behind them rather than fading into accompaniment mode.
Tap into the swagger and attitude of the original recording; this arrangement thrives when singers approach it with confidence and a touch of attitude rather than treating it as a conventional choral piece.
How to use it
Program this as a centerpiece for a pop or contemporary set, where its groovy energy can anchor a concert segment. It pairs well with other modern hits and works especially effectively in spring or end-of-year concerts where audiences expect familiar, current material.
Skills your students will build
Maintaining rhythmic precision in syncopated, groove-based writing
Blending divisi voicing to create unified harmonic color
Supporting and balancing a featured soloist within an a cappella texture
Performing contemporary pop music with stylistic confidence and attitude
