2005–10: Early work and Tyler Perry's House of Payne
McClain was discovered in 2005 by a music executive who heard her sing and encouraged director Rob Hardy to audition her for his 2005 feature film The Gospel alongside Boris Kodjoe and Idris Elba. Her role caught the attention of Tyler Perry, who cast her as Jazmine Payne in the television series Tyler Perry's House of Payne.
She appears in the movie Daddy's Little Girls. Her real sisters, Sierra and Lauryn, play her older sisters in the film. Her father, Michael McClain, is a music producer. Her mother, Shontell, is a songwriter. McClain appeared in and guest starred in various other shows and movies such as Hannah Montana, NCIS and the 2009 film Hurricane Season. She also appeared in the movie Grown Ups as Charlotte McKenzie. In the same year, she landed a recurring role as Kiara on Jonas L.A. and was featured on the soundtrack
2011–present: A.N.T. Farm and music career
McClain appeared on the Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place in 2011 as Tina in the two-part episode "Wizards vs. Angels". She plays an angel. In 2011, McClain was cast as the lead role in the Disney Channel series A.N.T. Farm along with Sierra McCormick, Jake Short, Carlon Jeffery, and Stefanie Scott. For the show, McClain recorded a cover of Taio Cruz's "Dynamite". She also sings the series theme song, "Exceptional". China Anne's first music video, for "Dynamite", premiered on July 23, 2011 on the Disney Channel. After less than a week, more than 1 million views on youtube.com were reported. She has appeared in an episode of PrankStars.
As of June 14, 2011, McClain was signed with Hollywood Records.
The A.N.T. Farm soundtrack is to be released on October 18, 2011, featuring China Anne's version of 'Dynamite' by Taio Cruz
China Anne McClain was born in Atlanta, Georgia where she also goes to school. Both of her sisters also act. She enjoys reading. The Hunger Games and the Twilight series are among her favorites. along with the Percy Jackson series. She enjoys listening to music by Plies.
Calling All the Monsters
China Anne McClain Lyrics
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Callin' all the monsters
Callin' all the, callin' all the
Callin' all the monsters
Oh yea aye, oh yea aye, oh yea aye
Heart thumps and you jump
Comin' down with goosebumps!
You dared to go there
I'ma I'ma get you so scared!
We're wantin' to
We're hauntin' you
We're wantin' to
Eh eh
You stayed in too late
To be getting afraid
This scene's extreme
I I I I'ma get you so scared!
We're wantin' to
We're hauntin' you
We're wantin' to
Eh eh
Gonna get your body shakin'
Wishin' you could just awaken
Here we go
Tonight all the monsters gonna dance
We're comin' to get ya!
Tonight all the monsters gonna dance
We're comin' to get ya!
If you're only dreaming
Why I hear you screaming?
Tonight all the monsters gonna dance
We're comin' to get ya!
We're comin' to get ya!
Callin' all the monsters, callin' all the monsters
Callin' all the, callin' all the, callin' all the monsters
You hide or you try
Kiss tomorrow goodbye!
We thrill to your chill
B-B-B-Buckin' for a freak-out!
We're wantin' to
We're hauntin' you
We're wantin' to
Eh eh
We might just bite underneath the moonlight
More fun if you run!
I-I-I-I'm I'm already chasin'
We're wantin' to
We're hauntin' you
We're wantin' to
Ehh ehh
Gonna get your body shakin'
Wishin' you could just awaken
Here we go…
Tonight all the monsters gonna dance
We're comin' to get ya!
Tonight all the monsters gonna dance
We're comin' to get ya!
If you're only dreaming
Why I hear you screaming?
Tonight all the monsters gonna dance
We're comin' to get ya!
We're comin' to get ya!
Callin' all the monsters,
Callin' all the monsters
Callin' all the, callin' all the,
Callin' all the monsters!
Gonna paint it red, get inside your head, head, head
Like a demon choir playing with fire, fire, fire
Gonna get your body shakin'
Wishin' you could just awaken
Tonight all the monsters gonna dance
We're comin' to get ya!
Tonight all the monsters gonna dance
We're comin' to get ya!
If you're only dreaming
Why I hear you screaming?
Tonight all the monsters gonna dance
We're comin' to get ya!
We're comin' to get ya!
Oh yea aye, oh yea aye, oh yea aye
We're comin' to get you!
"Calling All the Monsters" is a Halloween-themed song by China Anne McClain that describes a group of monsters who are ready to scare and haunt people. In the first verse, the singer is calling out to all the monsters to come together and scare people, making their hearts thump and creating goosebumps. The second verse is telling people that if they stay out too late, they should be prepared to be scared by the monsters. The pre-chorus focuses on the fact that the monsters are wanting to haunt people, shaping the tone and theme of the song. In the chorus, the monsters are coming out to dance and scare people, suggesting that it's time to bring out the Halloween spirit. The bridge describes how the monsters are going to paint everything red and get inside people's heads, making them feel like they're hearing a demonic choir.
The song features a lively beat and catchy lyrics that make it perfect for Halloween. Its lyrics evoke a spooky atmosphere while also being playful and fun. The song also serves as a call to action, urging people to get into the Halloween spirit and not be afraid to embrace their inner monsters.
Line by Line Meaning
Callin' all the monsters
Let’s gather and invite all the monsters
Oh yea aye, oh yea aye, oh yea aye
It's an energetic song, let’s enjoy it
Heart thumps and you jump
You become scared and nervous
Comin' down with goosebumps!
Feeling chills on your body
You dared to go there
You took the risk of experiencing something scary
I'ma I'ma get you so scared!
I am going to scare you so much
We're wantin' to
We wish to do something
We're hauntin' you
We are scaring you
Eh eh
Used as an exclamation to express excitement
You stayed in too late
You were awake late at night
To be getting afraid
To start feeling scared
This scene's extreme
The situation is too intense
We're wantin' to
We really want to
I I I I'ma get you so scared!
I will scare you a lot
Gonna get your body shakin'
We are going to make you tremble
Wishin' you could just awaken
You would rather be woken up from this scary dream
Here we go
Let's begin the scary adventure
Tonight all the monsters gonna dance
All the scary creatures will party tonight
We're comin' to get ya!
We are coming to scare you
If you're only dreaming
If this is just a dream
Why I hear you screaming?
Why does it sound like you're shrieking?
You hide or you try
You attempt to hide from or confront the scary beings
Kiss tomorrow goodbye!
You might not survive this night
We thrill to your chill
We get excited by how scared you are
B-B-B-Buckin' for a freak-out!
We want you to freak out in terror
We might just bite underneath the moonlight
We could attack you while under the moonlight
More fun if you run!
It'll be more exciting if you try to escape
I-I-I-I'm I'm already chasin'
I am already after you
Gonna paint it red, get inside your head, head, head
We will terrify you beyond belief
Like a demon choir playing with fire, fire, fire
We are terrifying you like a group of demons playing with fire
We're comin' to get you!
We are coming to scare you
Callin' all the monsters
Let’s gather and invite all the monsters
We're comin' to get ya!
We are coming to scare you
Lyrics © Walt Disney Music Company
Written by: CHARLIE MASON, JOACIM PERSSON, JOHAN ALKENAS, NICLAS MOLINDER
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