While it faced more resistance on American radio, it still reached number 14 and remains a staple of 90s dance compilations. Legacy and Modern Context
Decades later, "Lick It" continues to resonate. In 2024, ranked it number 13 on their list of the "26 Best Oral Sex Songs Ever Made" , proving that its bold message and infectious beat have stood the test of time. Today, the official video has amassed over 18 million views on platforms like YouTube, finding a new audience through TikTok trends and shuffle dance enthusiasts. 20 Fingers - Lick It (Official Video)
, the Chicago-based production duo of Charlie Babie and Manfred Mohr , built their reputation on "novelty" pop and rap songs with a sharp, often subversive edge. Following the massive success of their debut single "Short Dick Man," the group released "Lick It" as the second single from their album On the Attack and More . While it faced more resistance on American radio,
The song's lyrics, which explicitly refer to cunnilingus, were designed to "turn the tables" on the male-dominated music industry. As Mohr explained to the Los Angeles Times , they wanted to strike back at the "women-bashing" prevalent in mainstream pop and rap at the time by featuring powerful female voices demanding their own pleasure. The Official Music Video: A Visual Aesthetic Today, the official video has amassed over 18
The video centers on Roula performing the track with high energy, often intercut with stylistic dance sequences that captured the vibrant club culture of 1995.