West Street Mob was a hip-hop group from New York City, formed in the early 1980s. The group consisted of members Joey Robinson Jr., Cheryl Cook, and LeRoy Burgess. They were best known for their hit single “Break Dance – Electric Boogie,” which became a worldwide phenomenon and helped to popularize hip-hop and breakdancing.
The group was signed to Sugar Hill Records, one of the most influential labels in the early years of hip-hop. Their debut single, “Ooh Baby,” was released in 1981 and became a minor hit. However, it was their next single, “Break Dance – Electric Boogie,” that would make them famous.
Released in 1983, “Break Dance – Electric Boogie” was an instant hit, reaching the top ten on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and becoming one of the biggest-selling singles in the history of Sugar Hill Records. The song’s catchy melody and infectious beat helped to popularize breakdancing and hip-hop culture around the world.
Despite the success of “Break Dance – Electric Boogie,” West Street Mob struggled to follow it up with another hit. They released several more singles and two albums, but none of them achieved the same level of success as their breakthrough hit.
The group disbanded in the mid-1980s, and its members went on to pursue other projects. Joey Robinson Jr. continued to work as a producer and engineer, and Cheryl Cook and LeRoy Burgess pursued solo careers in music.
Despite their relatively short career, West Street Mob played a significant role in the development of hip-hop and popular culture. “Break Dance – Electric Boogie” became an anthem for breakdancing and helped to introduce hip-hop to a wider audience. The song has since become a classic and has been covered and sampled by numerous artists in a variety of genres.
