Go-Ricki! Cut & Thrust brings you the full length remix of the theme music to Ricki Lake, by John Benitez.
Ricki Lake was a daytime TV talk show (produced by Columbia Tristar Television) which ran from 1993-2004. Known for its sensationalist topics, there were always plenty of surprises for the guests that appeared on the show - a ring of the doorbell signified an unexpected visit from a friend or family member keen to prove that the guest’s image was not all it seemed!
For this mix, I’ve used the the theme music from season 4 (1996) and season 5 (1997). Initially, I was hoping to find a version without the audience cheering and clapping, but then I remembered that the audience was a huge part of the Ricki Lake show (with their hilarious comments) and I used to love the way they would all dance a cheer to the theme tune - so I went with it and it feels like there’s a party going on.
The theme is by American musician, songwriter, DJ, remixer, and music producer -John Benitez, also known as Jellybean. It’s a great theme tune - I had completely forgotten how good it was until one of my subscribers suggested it!
No copyright infringement intended. This is a tribute remix born out of my love for the show and childhood memories. Copyright belongs to John Benitez/Columbia Tristar Television.