Walkin'
西沢歩(C.V.高橋美佳子) Lyrics

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Cake walkers may come, cake walkers may go,
But I wanna tell you 'bout a couple I know;
High steppin' pair,
Debonair,
When it comes for bus'ness not a soul can compare!

Here they come,
Look at 'em demonstratin',

Goin' some,
Ain't they syncopatin'!
Talk o' the town,
Teasin' brown,
Pickin' 'em up and layin' 'em down.

Dancin' fools, ain't they demonstratin'
They're a class of their own!
Now the only way to win is to cheat 'em,
You may tie 'em but you'll never beat 'em!
Strut your stuff,
They're cake walkin' babies from home.

Oh, here they come,
Look at 'em syncopatin',
Goin' some,
Ain't they demonstratin'!
Talk o' the town,
Teasin' brown,
They pickin' 'em up and layin' 'em down.

Dancin' fools, ain't they syncopatin'
They in a class of their own!
Oh, the only way to win is to cheat 'em,
You may tie 'em but you'll never beat 'em!
Strut your stuff,

Strut your stuff,
Cake walkin' babies from home.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Cake Walkin' Babies from Home" by Watch the Step are about a couple that the singer admires for their stylish and skillful dancing. The song describes them as a "high steppin' pair" who are "debonair" and "not a soul can compare" when it comes to business. The couple are seen as "dancin' fools" who are in a class of their own and can't be beaten, even when others cheat.

The term "cake walk" refers to a dance competition that originated in the American South in the late 19th century. It was originally performed by slaves on plantations and involved couples dancing around a cake displayed on a pedestal. The couple who danced the most gracefully and elegantly around the cake won it as a prize. The term "cake walk" later became more widely used to describe any competition or situation that was easy or effortless.

The lyrics of the song portray the couple as expert dancers who are impossible to beat. They are described as "syncopatin'" and "teasin' brown," which suggests that they are skilled at dancing to the African American rhythms that were popular in early jazz and ragtime music. The song also suggests that the couple are a source of envy and admiration for others in their community, who may try to cheat them in order to win dance competitions.

Overall, the song celebrates the joy and excitement of dancing, and the skill and artistry that goes into it. It also highlights the social and cultural significance of dancing in African American communities in the early 20th century.

Line by Line Meaning

Cake walkers may come, cake walkers may go,
Some people may try to imitate these dancers, but they are not the real deal.

But I wanna tell you 'bout a couple I know;
I want to share with you the details about this impressive pair of dancers.

High steppin' pair,
This couple has impressive and graceful footwork.

Debonair,
They have a sophisticated and charming demeanor.

When it comes for bus'ness not a soul can compare!
When it comes to their dance skills, nobody can rival them.

Here they come,
Here come the dancers, watch and be amazed.

Look at 'em demonstratin',
Observe how they showcase their talent through their movements.

Goin' some,
They are really putting on a show and impressing everyone who watches.

Ain't they syncopatin'!
Their movements are timed perfectly to the music, demonstrating their musicality.

Talk o' the town,
Everyone is talking about these dancers, they are the topic of the moment.

Teasin' brown,
The dancers are teasing everyone with their impressive skills and confidence.

Pickin' 'em up and layin' 'em down.
Their footwork is incredible, lifting and placing their feet with precision in every step.

Dancin' fools, ain't they demonstratin'
These dancers look like they are foolishly enjoying themselves, but really they are showcasing their incredible talent.

They're a class of their own!
These dancers set themselves apart from any other dancer, they are truly unique.

Now the only way to win is to cheat 'em,
It's impossible to compete with them fairly, the only way to 'win' is to cheat.

You may tie 'em but you'll never beat 'em!
Even if someone tries to match their skill level, they will always come out as unbeatable champions.

Strut your stuff,
Show off your own talents and skills, but remember that these dancers are on another level.

They're cake walkin' babies from home.
These dancers make it look easy, as if they learned their skills back home in a casual setting.

Oh, here they come,
The dancers are coming back for another round of impressive moves.

Look at 'em syncopatin',
Once again, their movements are perfectly timed with the music.

Goin' some,
They are impressing everyone with their skills once again.

Ain't they demonstratin'!
Their movements are clear and precise, which showcase their confidence and skill.

Dancin' fools, ain't they syncopatin'
These dancers appear to be joyfully dancing, but their skill level is beyond anything that can be taught or learned.

They in a class of their own!
Once again, they set themselves apart from any other dancer, they are truly unique.

Strut your stuff,
Continue to show off your own talents and skills, but just keep in mind that you cannot compete with these dancers.

Cake walkin' babies from home.
Their dance moves are so effortless, it seems like they learned them without any training and grew up with it.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: CLARENCE WILLIAMS, CHRIS SMITH, HENRY TROY

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