This brother just said about 5 words in that opening verse that 90% of these young rappers today wouldn't know who to pronounce not to speak of spitting them.
Man, I've been looking for this version for a hot minute! I could only find Snap's version but always dug this one. This joint is taking me back to my early teens! Much Respect!!!!
Chill Rob G was the first one to do this song but Snap stole it and got exposure from it thats the real story look it up this is the original cut notthat snap bullshit
Just so we are on the same page. Both versions of this song were done by the same producers (Snap). The samples in this version were unauthorized so they had to redo it with other singers/rappers.
This is MUCH better than Snap. The industry always waters good stuff down to make it popular. I remember when this first hit. Then Snap did it, and I was like, "What the hell is this??" Chill Rob G is the greatest.
Fuck SNAP! for stealing this shit... In 1989, the lyrics of his song "Let the Words Flow" were sampled illegally and without permission by the German pop-dance crew Snap! in its hit record The Power. After the song gained in popularity in Europe, and Arista/BMG records recruited Durron Butler (aka Turbo B) to record a new version of the song, rather than continue lip-syncing the original Chill Rob G lyrics. It was this version that was ultimately used and promoted as Snap!’s official version
I remember when there was controversy over this joint back in the day! It was said that Snap STOLE this joint from Chill Rob G. Chill Rob G. is the original version.
Chill Rob G and his double standards....suing Snap for using his vocals on the first version but using Snaps whole Idea of the Song and making his own version and failed big time!!!
@larryjeeves Not only is the song better but the video is more grimey and raw. AND THE DANCERS! The dancers in this video just CRUSHED the dancers in snap's video! Chill Rob G all day!
@MickeyP121 ...no it's not. Snap sampled lyrics form a Chill Rob track on a previous version of 'the power' which they recorded under another name. As settlement Chill Rob was awarded the right to record a version of 'The Power' on his album. The tune chorus etc is Snaps - but the verses are his own. Snap recorded a new without the Chill Rob sample and that became the hit
@disconnexions this song bangs the same today as it always has. A classic !!! There's some story behind how this song got made into the Snap! song everybody knows and nobody remembers chill rob for it really. The cut bangs.
@kennylavish Yep and I agree. I HEARD at that time though both versions were club hits. I remember this coming first but didn't hear it much where I'm from. Then Snap came with there's and it was everywhere.
This brother just said about 5 words in that opening verse that 90% of these young rappers today wouldn't know who to pronounce not to speak of spitting them.
ThetruthisTHEvirtue 1 week ago
and we got Turbo B instead,lol....big up Rob G...court is walways in session
69ways2sunday 2 weeks ago
Man, I've been looking for this version for a hot minute! I could only find Snap's version but always dug this one. This joint is taking me back to my early teens! Much Respect!!!!
bromancollins 1 month ago
as dodgy as this is , in early 90's it seriously got ppl to the floor ,,i was there ,saw it all , mad song
summerdaez 1 month ago
Snap & Turbo B can go suck dick, credit where credit is due
liferasta1 1 month ago
shit was there when this shit came out and even tho i did like the snap one..i still loved this cause his lyrics are mad sick...
ucyunvme25 2 months ago in playlist Favorite videos
who is the original chill rob or snap
axelr5994 2 months ago
@axelr5994 chill rob g, dont let them fool ya
liferasta1 1 month ago
Chill Rob G was the first one to do this song but Snap stole it and got exposure from it thats the real story look it up this is the original cut notthat snap bullshit
AveTheDon757 2 months ago 3
LOVE IT YO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rushonthemove 2 months ago
Chill is awesome and those early 90's dance moves are sick.
blowersho 2 months ago
Just so we are on the same page. Both versions of this song were done by the same producers (Snap). The samples in this version were unauthorized so they had to redo it with other singers/rappers.
NPSACobra 3 months ago
if it ain't chill rob g's version, it's nothing.
chudontknow 3 months ago 2
fuck the germans with their version
UpYours011 4 months ago
If you listen to the lyrics of this version, he basically breaks down what happened.. Big fucking tune!
mention 4 months ago
That girl with the golden top and shorts was really something...
WilliamAztech 4 months ago
Chill Robs Version Is the original version....
blkcube11 5 months ago 2
@blkcube11 Yep!
billyripp 4 months ago
This is MUCH better than Snap. The industry always waters good stuff down to make it popular. I remember when this first hit. Then Snap did it, and I was like, "What the hell is this??" Chill Rob G is the greatest.
TheLanard 5 months ago 2
:20-:23 Dude is siiiick...
venosf 5 months ago
Fuck SNAP! for stealing this shit... In 1989, the lyrics of his song "Let the Words Flow" were sampled illegally and without permission by the German pop-dance crew Snap! in its hit record The Power. After the song gained in popularity in Europe, and Arista/BMG records recruited Durron Butler (aka Turbo B) to record a new version of the song, rather than continue lip-syncing the original Chill Rob G lyrics. It was this version that was ultimately used and promoted as Snap!’s official version
rdiaz228 5 months ago 3
This is the original version. i never did like snap version.
billyripp 5 months ago
Yeah I heard Snap, but when I heard Chill Rob G's version, I knew Snap was Crap!
YhwhKhai 5 months ago
When I die. Play this at my funeral.
Chex out me page kiddies.
Satanleather666 6 months ago
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@Satanleather666
you are sick!
Ratmaster100 5 months ago in playlist Music Videos
the original power by my man chill rob g peace to the gods
TheAndre396 6 months ago
Africa Medallions and
Rayon Shirts!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Damn I miss da Ol' Days!!!!
megamovez1972 7 months ago 2
I remember when there was controversy over this joint back in the day! It was said that Snap STOLE this joint from Chill Rob G. Chill Rob G. is the original version.
sewamouf256 7 months ago
Where in the WORLD did 21 years go??? OMG!!! Anyway, this is STILL BLAZING!!!!
7thJewelProductions 7 months ago
FUCK SNAP!!!!
spreco1 8 months ago 2
This song takes me back.........
LNabes 9 months ago
Snap was cool, but Chill Rob G turned this out hard! I always liked Chill's more than Snap's.
returnersr 9 months ago 2
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all comments are true this is a orginal power. right here
rellaist 9 months ago
all comment are true this is a orginal power. right here
rellaist 9 months ago
true true
rellaist 9 months ago
Yeahhh!!!!! This iz original POWER!!!
killaassdrilla 11 months ago 2
This song was DOPE! The "Lyrical Jesse James" RUINED IT! Peace to Chill Rob G!
Docmananoff 11 months ago
Chill Rob G was a better rapper, his lyrics are alot better.
hennylo68 11 months ago
Chill Rob G and his double standards....suing Snap for using his vocals on the first version but using Snaps whole Idea of the Song and making his own version and failed big time!!!
shacks29 11 months ago
snap is crap. anyone smarter than a stick knows that this chill rob g version is the only one with the power.
larryjeeves 1 year ago 13
@larryjeeves LOL my favorite comment of the day!!
JiggaJ1979 11 months ago
@larryjeeves Not only is the song better but the video is more grimey and raw. AND THE DANCERS! The dancers in this video just CRUSHED the dancers in snap's video! Chill Rob G all day!
akimali 9 months ago
@larryjeeves You said it
tekjock 8 months ago
@larryjeeves
agreed!
GrumpyOldAssFart 2 months ago
This is the real shit right here.
billyripp 1 year ago
so many memories, such a insane tune
TheJbrinks 1 year ago
best rap ever
MatthewYoungProducer 1 year ago
@MatthewYoungProducer you got IT there fam
kennylavish 1 year ago
this is the SHITTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT EVER !!!!!!!!!!!!!
gloria796 4 months ago
the original!!!!!!!! love this one .. brings back memoriessss 5th grade!!!!!
redkoalabear 1 year ago
LOVE LOVE LOVE this song!! The ORIGINAL Power!!
MickeyP121 1 year ago
@MickeyP121 ...no it's not. Snap sampled lyrics form a Chill Rob track on a previous version of 'the power' which they recorded under another name. As settlement Chill Rob was awarded the right to record a version of 'The Power' on his album. The tune chorus etc is Snaps - but the verses are his own. Snap recorded a new without the Chill Rob sample and that became the hit
jackjude 1 year ago
this god damn song is gonna make me dance all my life !
Bboybobo 1 year ago 5
your right! it has that effect, it really does
kennylavish 1 year ago
@kennylavish HILARIOUS!! I can't listen to this song without at least busting out a old school dance move.
disconnexions 1 year ago 3
@disconnexions this song bangs the same today as it always has. A classic !!! There's some story behind how this song got made into the Snap! song everybody knows and nobody remembers chill rob for it really. The cut bangs.
kennylavish 1 year ago
@kennylavish Yep and I agree. I HEARD at that time though both versions were club hits. I remember this coming first but didn't hear it much where I'm from. Then Snap came with there's and it was everywhere.
cjjaxxon 5 months ago