Zapp, More Bounce to the Ounce | Throwback Vibez

In the 182^nd edition of Throwback Vibez (2025), we recollect and reflect on “More Bounce to the Ounce” by Zapp.

The vibes, the vibes, those Throwback Vibez! Throwback Vibez is a column that celebrates awesome songs from the past.  The records that grace this column are older, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re ancient – no fossils 🦴! All genres of music are welcome. In the 182^nd edition of Throwback Vibez (2025), we recollect and reflect on “More Bounce to the Ounce” performed by Zapp.  

“More Bounce to the Ounce” shines for a plethora of reasons.  The groove is super funky – the expectation for a funk record, of course! Beyond that anchor, the epic use of the talkbox deserves a shout-out. Roger’s vocals are picturesque thanks to the talkbox, as well as playful and filled with personality. The harmonized moments are truly a treat – striking to the ears.  Alongside those vocals come repetitive but ultra-memorable lyrics.  The likes of “Get-get-get-get-get-get on the dance floor, baby / Get down, mama, yeah,” provide contrast to the core lyrics (“More bounce to the ounce,” etc.). Beyond the groove, the glory of the talkbox vocals, and the catchy lyrics, other elements of the musical accompaniment shine.  The rhythmic guitar sounds incredibly ripe. The synth bass line kicks some serious A-double-S! And, of course, those synths are quite striking. All in all, Zapp delivered a synth-funk masterpiece with “More Bounce to the Ounce”, which remains fresh and potent as it pushes fifty years after its release.