Shake It On
Jamiroquai Lyrics

What can I do?
The singer is feeling lost and unsure of what actions to take.

I can't take up and down like this no more, babe
The singer is tired of the emotional roller coaster they're currently experiencing.

I need to find out where I am
The singer wants to better understand their current situation.

Before I reach the stars
The artist wants to have a clear understanding of their present before they move on to greater things.

Yeah, before I step on Mars
The artist wants to have a solid foundation and understanding of their life before they pursue more ambitious endeavors.

I've been spinning and I'm blue
The singer is feeling disoriented and sad.

Thinking 'bout my life and how to change it
The singer is contemplating what actions they can take to improve their current situation.

Crazy thoughts I'd like to leave behind
The artist wants to let go of negative and irrational thoughts that are holding them back.

Oh yeah, it's gonna blow my mind
The artist anticipates that the changes they're seeking will have a profound impact and be transformative.

Deadly days and killer nights
The artist is experiencing difficult, challenging times.

It's hard to keep things tight
The singer is finding it difficult to maintain control and stability in their life.

I don't have a love affair
The artist is not romantically involved with anyone.

With all these lonely flights
The singer spends a lot of time alone and traveling.

Promises of liquid gold
The singer has been promised things that seem valuable and desirable.

Mend my heart but not my soul, yeah
The singer doesn't want just superficial fixes or temporary solutions, but rather deeper healing.

You know it won't be long
The artist feels that change is imminent.

So shake it on
The artist encourages themselves (and perhaps others) to keep moving forward and stay positive.

I'm alive, I'm alive, I'm alive
The singer is expressing their vitality and energy.

And now I'm movin' on
The singer is ready to let go of the past and start fresh.

Gonna be a freak tonight
The artist plans to let loose and be unapologetically themselves.

It's a solid state affair
The artist is in a stable and secure state of mind.

I can feel it everywhere
The artist is sensing a positive and exciting energy all around them.

Music still infecting me
The singer finds music to be a powerful and transformative force.

Music still protecting me, yeah
The artist finds solace and comfort in music.

Funking super starlight freaks
The singer is celebrating those who are unafraid to be themselves, even if it means being different and unconventional.

It's the source of our delight
The singer finds joy and pleasure in the uniqueness of others and in expressing themselves freely.

If we're gonna do this thing
The singer is suggesting that if they're going to take risks and strive for greatness, they need to do it with conviction and enthusiasm.

Let's do it and do it right
The artist is urging everyone to give their all and not hold back in their pursuits.

I know we can reach the stars
The artist is confident in their ability to achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

I'm gonna shake it on
The singer is energized and motivated to take action and pursue their goals.

People scream but I can't hear
The singer is tuning out distractions and negativity from others.

I don't care too much
The artist is prioritizing their own needs and goals over the opinions of others.

Crocodile and toxic tears can't kick this sense of touch
The artist is resilient and won't let negative or manipulative tactics derail their progress.

Life has lost its eloquence
The artist is disappointed in the state of their life and desires greater meaning and purpose.

But I can't sit it on the fence
The singer is not content to remain stagnant and wants to take action to improve their life.

Feel like being treacherous
The artist is taking risks and being adventurous in their pursuit of happiness.

With the music still infecting us
The singer continues to find inspiration and solace in music.

Gonna be a freak tonight
The singer is excited to let their guard down and embrace their quirks and unique personality traits.