So I’m sure most everyone here is familiar with the infamous Houston ‘76 show… Anyways, they perform Gamin On Ya at this show, however, unlike the album version they say "gamin’ on ya" instead of “gamin’ on me.” This I’m sure isn’t the only instance of this live (in fact I would guess it’s usually done this way?)
I’m sure I’m reading too far into it but I’m guessing the rational behind the studio track containing the lyrics “gamin’ on me” is bc it is from the clones point of view, but titled “Gamin’ On Ya” cuz it’s the Doctor who is releasing the music (canonically, that is) and that they sing “gamin’ on ya” live bc the Doctor is with them? or maybe just bc it’s catchier? Either way, ever since hearing it performed “gamin’ on ya” I always end up wishing it’s sung that way on the studio track. In fact, Gamin’ On Ya may very well be my favorite P-Funk track.
P.S. I think the move Doc does at about 20:40 at the Houston show during Gamin’ On Ya is probably my favorite part of the whole show hahaha.
I always seem to be singing the wrong one for each song when I’m in the kitchen annoying the neighbours. Rare talent that is.
I understand gaining on ya, in the context of Chocolate City but what’s the significance of gaming on me/you? Gambling against me/you?
Are the clones being gamed by the Doctor? Who is it singing the somewhat unflattering lines about the Doctor? The Clones?
One of my favourites, too. Shame it’s so short, I feel like this should have been a five minute monster. Dr Funkenstein should have started after the prelude (and been much shorter). Gamin on ya should go straight into Children of Production. Bam.
I always interpreted this song as a verbal battle, with Funkenstein and the Clones saying we’ve all been gamed on, and several doubtful figures (pre-Sir Nose conception) denying Funkenstein’s success.
