Planet Rock
Africa Bambaata and the Soul Sonic Force Lyrics
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Party people
Can y'all get funky?
Soul Sonic Force - can y'all get funky?
The Zulu Nation - can y'all get funky?
Yaaah!
Just hit me
Just taste the funk and hit me
Bambaataa's jus' gettin' so funky, now, hit me
Yaaah!
Just hit me
Just start to chase your dreams
Up out your seats, make your body sway
Socialize, get down, let your soul lead the way
Shake it now, go ladies, it's a livin' dream
Love Life Live
Come play the game, our world is free
Do what you want but scream
We know a place where the nights are hot
It is a house of funk
Females and males
Both headed all for the disco
The D.J. plays your favorite blasts
Takes you back to the past, music's magic (poof)
Bump bump bump get bump with some flash, people
Rock rock to the Planet Rock, don't stop
Rock rock to the Planet Rock, don't stop
The Soul Sonic Force - Mr. Biggs, Pow Wow, and M.C. Globe
We emphasize the show, we got ego
Make this your night, just slip it right, and by day
As the people say, live it up, shucks
No work or play, our world is free
Be what you be - be
Rock rock to the Planet Rock, don't stop
Rock rock to the Planet Rock, don't stop
You're in a place where the nights are hot
Where nature's children dance and set a chance
On this Mother Earth, which is our rock
The time has come, and work for soul, show you really got soul
Are you ready hump bump bump, get bump, now let's go, house
Twist and turn, the you let your body slide
You got the body rock and pop, bounce and pounce
Everybody just rock it, don't stop it
Gotta rock it, don't stop
Keep tickin' and tockin', work it all around the clock
Everybody keep rockin' and clockin' and shockin' and rockin', go house
Everybody say, rock it, don't stop it (Crowd repeats)
Well hit me, Mr. Biggs (Crowd repeats)
Pow Wow (Crowd repeats)
G-L-O-be -E (Crowd repeats)
The Soul Sonic Force
You gotta rock it, pop it, 'cause it's the century
There is such a place that creates such a melody
Our world is but a land of a master jam, get up and dance
It's time to chase your dreams
Up out your seats, make your body sway
Socialize, get down, let your soul lead the way
Shake it now, go ladies, it's a livin' dream
Love Life Live
Zih Zih Zih Zih Zih (ad lib)
Everybody say, rock it, don't stop it (Crowd repeats)
Everybody say, shock it and pop it (Crowd repeats)
Everybody say, ich me sun chi (Crowd repeats)
Say, Planet Rock (Crowd repeats)
It's the sure shot (Crowd repeats)
Say, Planet Rock (Crowd repeats)
It's the sure shot (Crowd repeats)
So twist and turn, then you let your body glide
You got the body rock and pop, bounce and pounce
So hit me
Just taste the funk and hit me
Just get on down and hit me
Bambaataa's gettin' so funky, now hit me
Every piece of the world
Rate the message of the worlds
All men, women, boys, and girls, hey our Planet Rock is superb
Get on it
You got the groove, move (ad lib)
Feel the groove - feell it
Do what ya want but ya know ya got to be cool and boogie
Out on the floor, go down
Bring it low
Close to the ground
Everybody just rock it, don't stop it, gotta rock it Don't stop
Keep tickin' and tockin'
Work it all around the clock
Everybody just rock it, don't stop it
Gotta rockin' don't stoppin', Gotta rock it, don't stop
Gotta rockin' don't stoppin', Gotta rock it, don't stop
The lyrics of "Planet Rock" by Africa Bambaata and the Soul Sonic Force are an invitation to dance, to enjoy life, and to let music take over. The lines urge people to free themselves from their daily routine and inhibitions and let their soul lead the way. The lyrics celebrate the power of music and its ability to connect people, regardless of their race or gender. The refrain "Rock rock to the Planet Rock, don't stop" repeats throughout the song, offering a rhythmic reminder of the song's message. The lyrics also make a reference to the Zulu Nation, an organization founded by Bambaata that aimed to promote black identity and culture through music, dance, and arts.
Interpreting the lyrics of "Planet Rock" can lead to different opinions and ideas. One possible interpretation is that the song is a call to action, urging people to explore their potential and take risks. The lyrics encourage getting out of one's comfort zone, trying new things, and embracing life. Another interpretation is that the song is a testament to the transformative power of music. The lyrics suggest that music can be a force for change, bringing people together and allowing them to forget their differences and enjoy the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Party people
Addressing the crowd of people at the party
Can y'all get funky?
Asking the crowd if they are ready to dance and have a good time
Just taste the funk and hit me
Inviting the listeners to enjoy the music and dance
It's a livin' dream
The experience of dancing and having fun is like living in a dream
Love Life Live
Encouraging the audience to enjoy life and live in the moment
We know a place where the nights are hot
Referring to a nightclub where people go to dance and have fun
Rock rock to the Planet Rock, don't stop
Encouraging the listeners to keep dancing to the beat of the music
The time has come, and work for soul, show you really got soul
Encouraging the listeners to let out their inner soul and dance with passion
You gotta rock it, pop it
Advising the audience to let loose and dance with energy and enthusiasm
Our world is but a land of a master jam, get up and dance
Describing the nightclub as a place where people come to enjoy the music and dance
Everybody just rock it, don't stop it
Encouraging everyone present to continue dancing and enjoying the music
Feel the groove - feell it
Encouraging the audience to feel the rhythm of the music and move accordingly
Do what ya want but ya know ya got to be cool and boogie
Suggesting that people should be themselves and have fun while dancing
Out on the floor, go down
Suggesting that people should dance and move their bodies on the dance floor
Everybody just rock it, don't stop it, gotta rock it Don't stop
Encouraging everyone present to continue dancing and enjoying the music
Keep tickin' and tockin'
Advising the audience to keep moving their bodies to the beat of the music
Work it all around the clock
Suggesting that people should keep dancing and enjoying the music for as long as possible
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Afrika Bambaataa, Arthur H Baker, Ellis Williams, Emil Shult, John Robie, John B. Miller, Ralf Huetter, Robert Allen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@TheJaybugg311
I don't think people understand and appreciate the creativity that was utilized at the beginning of Hip Hop.
@motherfuckergs2948
I love this, money are destroying the world
@JazzyAmbitions
They was not doing nothing new when it came to stage presence.... Evidence of preexisting examples exits. Now as for the utilization of dancers talent in that respect at that time became huge. So what's left?.... Lyrics and instrumentals! 75% of the times the beats carry the song! The other 30% lyrics!........ Now.
Knowing this all i can do is appreciate the organizers! Work done on stage and to promote the music.
Nothing new under the Sun! It's about promoting, creating a certain vibe and rolling it out.
@andrewruesche3395
Hip Hop originals never received fully due credit for their innovation in music.
@3737raider
This is not the beginning.
@toddcombs9784
I lived it. Spent time watching breakdance competitions. It was a good vibe for a white guy in 1985.
@LLLL-dz9wb
This wasn't just a song, it was a movement.
@randomstuff5100
Still works too
@andreaharper788
It was definitely a movement..autotuning made it better.
@404010ful
It is a futuristic dance piece it played in alot of big dance clubs across the city where I live in Toronto it is pretty repitive but it really keeps you moving .