Unlike most boy bands, they formed independently and were later picked up by a record label, rather than being assembled by a label or a producer. They have sold over 10 million records worldwide and achieved eight top 40 singles in the U.S.
The group reunited for a one-time performance at Mixtape Festival in Hershey, PA in August 2012.
Do You Wanna Dance
98 Degrees Lyrics
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Baby, I gotta ask you
Do you wanna dance
Because I'm in the mood
I've been watching, from across the room
The way you're moving
I could get into you
Tonight is the night I want to dance with you
My heart is beating faster than I want it to
Cause the music is right and the groove starts to move
Can I find a way to get down with you
Put your hand in mine
Let me look into your eyes
Let's not waste anytime, girl
'Cause this feeling's so strong and I can't deny
Chorus
I look in your eyes and my world starts to shake
Intoxicating me with every move you make
Come and get down with your favorite tune
I feel the need to get with you soon
Oh you're looking so fine
And I'm liking the way that you move
Girl, you're making me high
And there's nothing I wouldn't do to you, oh
Chorus
So what you wanna do
Do you wanna dance (Girl do you wanna dance)
So what you goin' do
Do you wanna get down (Now do you wanna get down)
So what you wanna do
Do you wanna dance (Girl do you wanna dance)
So what you goin' do
Do you wanna get down (I gotta know if you can)
(Get down on it) Girl I like the way you move
(Get down on it) Girl I gotta dance with you
(Get down on it) Girl I like the way you slide
(Get down on it) I gotta dance with you tonight
Chorus
The lyrics of "Do You Wanna Dance" by 98 Degrees capture the thrill and excitement of asking someone to dance. The song is essentially an invitation to dance, with the chorus asking "Do you wanna dance?" The singer confesses that he's been watching the object of his affections all night from across the room, and is eager to get down and groove with her. The music is right, the mood is set, and he wants to find a way to connect with her so he can get lost in the music together.
Throughout the song, the singer describes how he feels more alive and electrified than he ever has before. The girl he's looking at moves in a way that's intoxicating, and he can't stop thinking about her. The lyrics are filled with romantic imagery and sensual descriptions, such as "I look in your eyes and my world starts to shake / Intoxicating me with every move you make."
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, I gotta ask you
I need to ask you something, babe
Do you wanna dance
Would you like to dance with me?
Because I'm in the mood
I feel like dancing right now
I've been watching, from across the room
I've been observing you from a distance
The way you're moving
Your dancing is captivating
I could get into you
I am attracted to you and your dancing
Tonight is the night I want to dance with you
I have been waiting for this moment to dance with you
My heart is beating faster than I want it to
I am excited and nervous to dance with you
Cause the music is right and the groove starts to move
The music is perfect and getting me in the mood to dance
Can I find a way to get down with you
Can I dance with you?
Put your hand in mine
I want to hold your hand
Let me look into your eyes
I want to gaze into your eyes
Let's not waste anytime, girl
Let's not hesitate, girl
'Cause this feeling's so strong and I can't deny
I can't ignore this intense feeling I have
I look in your eyes and my world starts to shake
Your eyes have a powerful effect on me
Intoxicating me with every move you make
Your every move is captivating me
Come and get down with your favorite tune
Let's dance to your favorite song
I feel the need to get with you soon
I really want to connect with you soon
Oh you're looking so fine
You are very attractive
And I'm liking the way that you move
I am enjoying your dancing style
Girl, you're making me high
You are making me feel excited and happy
And there's nothing I wouldn't do to you, oh
I am so attracted to you that I am willing to do anything for you
So what you wanna do
What do you want to do?
Do you wanna dance (Girl do you wanna dance)
Would you like to dance with me?
So what you goin' do
What are you going to do?
Do you wanna get down (Now do you wanna get down)
Do you want to dance (right now)?
Get down on it) Girl I like the way you move
I really enjoy watching you dance
(Get down on it) Girl I gotta dance with you
I really want to dance with you
(Get down on it) Girl I like the way you slide
I love the way you move so smoothly
(Get down on it) I gotta dance with you tonight
I really want to dance with you tonight
Chorus
Repeats the main message of the song
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