“Makin’ It” is a disco song by American actor and singer David Naughton. The song was released in 1979 and became a major hit, reaching No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It was also the theme song for the television show of the same name, in which Naughton played the lead role.
“Makin’ It” features a catchy disco beat, funky bassline, and Naughton’s confident vocals. The lyrics express the theme of self-confidence and celebration, with the narrator proclaiming his success and happiness, “Makin’ it, I’m solid gold, I’ve got the goods, they stand when I walk through the neighborhood.”
The song’s popularity was driven by its infectious groove and upbeat lyrics, capturing the disco spirit of the late 1970s. “Makin’ It” became a disco anthem and was embraced by disco lovers during the height of the disco era.
David Naughton’s performance of “Makin’ It” marked his foray into the music industry, and the song remains a nostalgic hit from the disco era, celebrated for its feel-good vibe and danceable rhythm.