Over and Over
Hot Chip Lyrics
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Laid back
Laid back, we'll give you laid back
Laid back
Laid back
Laid back, I'll give you laid back
Over and over and over and over and over
Like a monkey with a miniature cymbal
The joy of repetition really is in you
Under and under and under and under and under
A spell of repetition really is on you
And when I feel this way I really am with you
Laid back
Laid back
Laid back, I'll give you laid back
Over and over and over and over and over
Like a monkey with a miniature cymbal
The joy of repetition really is in you
Under and under and under and under and under
A spell of repetition really is on you
And when you feel this way I really am with you
I started thinking I knew what I had to do (tell you)
I got to thinking that I mean just what you do (tell you)
I started thinking I knew what I had to do (tell you, tell you, tell you)
The lyrics to Hot Chip's song Over and Over seem to highlight the power of repetition. The pensive song creates the feeling of being in a trance-like state, which could be evocative of a spell that follows repetition. The lyrics "over and over and over" and "under and under and under" allude to the theme of repetition. The line "like a monkey with a miniature cymbal" conjures the image of a monkey playing the same sound over and over again, emphasising the idea of repetition.
The lyrics "the joy of repetition really is in you" suggest that repetition may have an inherent quality that brings pleasure, whether it be a familiar tune or comforting routine. The repetition of laid back also suggests a relaxation that is achieved through the act of repeating something. The line "And when I feel this way I really am with you" suggests that the singer has found a sense of unity through the repetitive act.
The verses towards the end of the song hint at introspection and the realisation of something necessary. The repetition of "tell you" adds emphasis to the importance of this realisation while the lines "I got to thinking that I mean just what you do" could reference an understanding reached between two people or a realisation of one's place in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Laid back
Relaxed and unhurried
Laid back, we'll give you laid back
We will provide you with a relaxed atmosphere
Laid back, I'll give you laid back
I will provide you with a relaxed atmosphere
Over and over and over and over and over
Repetitive actions or thoughts
Like a monkey with a miniature cymbal
Performing the same actions repeatedly like a circus monkey
The joy of repetition really is in you
Finding satisfaction or comfort in repetitive actions and behaviors
Under and under and under and under and under
Going through a prolonged period of repetition
A spell of repetition really is on you
Being unable to break free from repetitive actions or behaviors
And when I feel this way I really am with you
Understanding and connecting with others who experience repetitive thoughts or behaviors
And when you feel this way I really am with you
Understanding and connecting with others who experience repetitive thoughts or behaviors
I started thinking I knew what I had to do (tell you)
Believing you know how to fix a problem or situation
I got to thinking that I mean just what you do (tell you)
Realizing you have the same thoughts or intentions as someone else
I started thinking I knew what I had to do (tell you, tell you, tell you)
Feeling a sense of urgency to express your thoughts or feelings
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DANNY LOPEZ, ENRIQUE MARTIN, MATRIX, GEORGE NORIEGA
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@catherine931
Laid back
Laid back
Laid back, we'll give you laid back
Laid back
Laid back
Laid back, I'll give you laid back
Over and over and over and over and over
Like a monkey with a miniature cymbal
The joy of repetition really is in you
Under and under and under and under and under
The smell of repetition really is on you
And when I feel this way I really am with you
Laid back
Laid back
Laid back, i'll give you laid back
Over and over and over and over and over
Like a monkey with a miniature cymbal
The joy of repetition really is in you
Under and under and under and under and under
The smell of repetition really is on you
And when you look this way I really am with you
K-i-s-s-i-n-g
S-e-x-i-n-g
C-a-s-i-o
P-o-k-e
I started thinking of you what I have to do (tell you)
I got you thinking that I mean just what you do (tell you)
I started thinking of you, what I had to do to (tell you, tell you, tell you, tell you)
Over and over and over and over and over
Like a monkey with a miniature cymbal
The joy of repetition really is in you
Under and under and under and under and under
The smell of repetition really is on you
And when you look this way I really am with you
@leec6424
I will never get tired of this song
@victoriusblack
Total agree
@Crowstormchannel
Spell of repetition really is on you
@talkingoutloud9694
I listen to it over and over and over...
@rehabandwellness8086
I know right?!?!? I can play it over and over and over
@minddrive6679
I'm glad I'm not the only one binge watching this.... Over & Over and of course Over again 😏🏋️
@natalieberry9971
I remember when this song came out.. The video was pre-loaded on my zune..Can't believe how much time has passed..
@psyclops973
These guys are so criminally underrated
@abdelrahmankoossy8997
yessssssss
@coozookenfers6531
They where massive just before youtube really took off haha