The Champ (The Mohawks song)

"The Champ" is a song by The Mohawks, a group of session musicians assembled by Alan Hawkshaw. It was originally released in 1968 but failed to chart. However, a re-release made #58 on the UK Singles Chart in 1987[2] after being sampled many times. The song is based on "Tramp", a 1967 Lowell Fulson record that was covered extensively after its release.[3] The song chants the word "Tramp" rather than "Champ".

"The Champ"
Single by The Mohawks
from the album The Champ
A-sideThe Champ[1]
B-sideSound of the Witchdoctors[1]
Released1968[1]
Recorded1968[1]
Genre[1]
Length2:42 (The Champ)[1]
2:50 (Sound of the Witchdoctors)[1]
Label
  • Pama
  • Phoenix Music International
Songwriter(s)Harry Palmer
Producer(s)Harry Palmer

Sampled

The song is perhaps better known for its usage as a sample in over 700+ songs;[4] it has been widely sampled and emulated (but not exclusively) in hip hop music. Songs to have sampled or interpolated it include:

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