Planet Rock
Afrika Bambaataa 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?
Yeah, just hit me
Just taste the funk and hit me
Just get on down and hit me
Yeah, just hit me
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
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 (rock it, don't stop it)
Well hit me, Mr. Biggs (Mr. Biggs)
Pow-wow (pow-wow)
G-L-O-B-E (G-L-O-B-E)
The soul sonic force
Gotta rock this and 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
Everybody say, rock it, don't stop it (rock it, don't stop it)
Everybody say, shockin' and clockin' (shockin' and clockin')
Everybody say, ich, mi, sun, chi (ich, mi, sun, chi)
Say, Planet Rock (Planet Rock)
It's the sure shot (it's the sure shot)
Say, Planet Rock (Planet Rock)
It's the sure shot (it's the sure shot)
So twist and turn, then you let your - slide and 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 our world
All men, women, boys, and girls
Hey, our Planet Rock is superb, get on it
You got the groove, move, da-doo-doo-doo-doo-da
Feel the groove
Feel 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
We gotta rock it, don't stop
Keep tickin' and tockin'
Work it all around the clock
Everybody just rock it, don't stop it
We gotta rock it, don't stop it
We gotta rock it, don't stop it
We gotta rock it, don't stop
We gotta rock it, don't stop it
We gotta rock it, don't stop it
We gotta rock it, don't stop it
We gotta rock it, don't stop
We gotta rock it, don't stop it
We gotta rock it, don't stop it
We gotta rock it, don't stop it
We gotta rock it, don't stop
We gotta rock it, don't stop it
We gotta rock it, don't stop it
We gotta rock it, don't stop it
We gotta rock it, don't stop
The lyrics of Afrika Bambaataa and The Soul Sonic Force's Planet Rock is an invitation to party and get funky. The song calls on everyone to let loose, socialize, make their bodies sway to the rhythm, and let their souls lead the way. It describes a place where the nights are hot and the music's magic can take you back in time. The song emphasizes the show, encourages everyone to make the most of their night, and offers a free world where people can be what they want to be.
The lyrics of Planet Rock represent the birth of a new genre of music- Electro funk. The song's fusion of electronic beats and Hip Hop rhythms marked a revolution in Black music. It also introduced the concept of sampling, whereby different sound bites and loops from various music genres were "sampled" to create a new sound. Furthermore, the lyrics of Planet Rock portray the theme of Afrocentrism, which promotes Black pride, respect for African culture, and unity among Black people worldwide.
Line by Line Meaning
Party people
Calling out to all those present at the party
Can y'all get funky?
Asking the party-goers if they can dance well
Soul Sonic Force, can y'all get funky?
Calling out to the band and asking if they can play some funky music
The Zulu Nation, can y'all get funky?
Addressing the Zulu Nation and asking if they are ready to dance
Yeah, just hit me
Requesting the band to start playing music
Just taste the funk and hit me
Asking the band to play some funky music that will get people dancing
Just get on down and hit me
Encouraging people to dance to the music
Bambaataa's jus' gettin' so funky, now, hit me
Acknowledging the awesome music being played by the band and requesting them to keep playing it
It's time to chase your dreams
Encouraging people to pursue their goals and aspirations
Up out your seats, make your body sway
Asking people to get up from their seats and dance to the music
Socialize, get down, let your soul lead the way
Encouraging people to socialize and dance freely as they feel
Shake it now, go ladies, it's a livin' dream
Requesting women to dance and have a good time
Love, life, live
Encouraging people to love life and enjoy every moment of it
Come play the game, our world is free
Inviting people to live life with freedom and joy
Do what you want but scream
Encouraging people to express themselves without any hesitation
We know a place where the nights are hot
Introducing a place where the party is at and the music is awesome
It is a house of funk, females and males
Describing the party place as one where everyone is enjoying themselves and the music is funky
Both headed all for the disco
Describing how everyone is headed to the dance floor
The D.J. plays your favorite blasts
Referring to the Disc Jockey who plays music that everyone loves and enjoys
Takes you back to the past, music's magic, poof
Suggesting that the music being played has the power to take you back in time and evoke feelings of nostalgia
Bump, bump, bump, get bump with some flash, people
Encouraging people to dance with style and energy
(Rock, rock to the Planet Rock, don't stop)
A catchy phrase used to keep people dancing and enjoying the music
The Soul Sonic Force, Mr. Biggs, Pow Wow, and M.C. Globe
Introducing the names of the band members and their roles in the group
We emphasize the show, we got ego
Showing pride in their performance and skills
Make this your night, just slip it right, and by day
Encouraging people to have a good time and enjoy the night, but also be responsible when the day comes
As the people say, live it up, shucks
Quoting a popular phrase which means to have fun and enjoy life
No work or play, our world is free
Reiterating the idea that this is a place to let loose, have fun and enjoy with others without any restrictions
Be what you be, be
Encouraging people to be themselves and not pretend to be someone they are not
You're in a place where the nights are hot
Reminding people that they are in a party place where the fun never stops
Where nature's children dance and set a chance
Describing the people dancing as being natural and free like children
On this mother Earth, which is our rock
Referring to planet Earth as their foundation and Mother
The time has come, and work for soul, show you really got soul
Encouraging people to dance with all their soul and put their heart into it
Are you ready hump bump bump, get bump, now let's go, house
Asking people if they are ready to dance and enjoy the music
Twist and turn, the you let your body slide
Encouraging people to dance freely and with movements that feel natural to them
You got the body rock and pop, bounce and pounce
Telling people that they have the body movements required for great dancing
Everybody just rock it, don't stop it
Encouraging everyone to continue dancing with full energy
Gotta rock it, don't stop
Encouraging people to continue dancing even when they feel tired
Keep tickin' and tockin', work it all around the clock
Encouraging people to dance all night and have a blast
Everybody keep rockin' and clockin' and shockin' and rockin', go house
Encouraging everyone to continue dancing and to enjoy every moment of it
Everybody say, rock it, don't stop it (rock it, don't stop it)
Asking everyone to continue dancing
Well hit me, Mr. Biggs (Mr. Biggs)
Requesting Mr. Biggs to play some awesome music that everyone will love
Pow-wow (pow-wow)
Acknowledging Pow-wow and suggesting that they are doing great
G-L-O-B-E (G-L-O-B-E)
Acknowledging G.L.O.B.E. and his contribution to the band
The soul sonic force
Acknowledging the band for their music and the role they play in entertaining people
Gotta rock this and pop it, 'cause it's the century
Encouraging people to dance to the modern and funky music of the band
There is such a place that creates such a melody
Referring to their party place as one where music is born
Our world is but a land of a master jam, get up and dance
Describing their part place as one where great music is being played and people should get up and enjoy it
Everybody say, shockin' and clockin' (shockin' and clockin')
Cheering the band and encouraging them to keep playing music
Everybody say, ich, mi, sun, chi (ich, mi, sun, chi)
Using a phrase to involve everyone in the party
Say, Planet Rock (Planet Rock)
Referring to the theme of their song - Planet Rock
It's the sure shot (it's the sure shot)
Asserting that their songs will be a hit and a sure shot success
So twist and turn, then you let your - slide and glide
Encouraging people to dance and move their bodies as they feel like
So hit me
Asking the band to play the music
Bambaataa's gettin' so funky, now hit me
Acknowledging the amazing music being played and requesting them to continue with the same energy
Every piece of the world
Referring to everyone in the world
Rate the message of our world
Asking people to evaluate and understand the message of the song and its theme of dancing and enjoying life
All men, women, boys, and girls
Referring to people of all ages and genders
Hey, our Planet Rock is superb, get on it
Telling people to enjoy the theme of their song - Planet Rock and dance to it
You got the groove, move, da-doo-doo-doo-doo-da
Encouraging people to move with the beat of the music
Feel the groove
Asking people to get into the rhythm of the music
Feel it, do what ya want but ya know ya got to be cool and boogie
Telling people to be themselves and display their unique style while dancing
Out on the floor, go down
Encouraging people to dance freely on the dance floor
Bring it low
Asking people to dance in a lowered position to the ground
Close to the ground
Encouraging people to dance low
We gotta rock it, don't stop
Encouraging everyone to keep dancing and enjoying the music
We gotta rock it, don't stop it
Reiterating the importance of not stopping and continuing the good vibe of the party
We gotta rock it, don't stop it
Affirming once again that the fun should not stop
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG Rights Management
Written by: ARTHUR BAKER, ELLIS WILLIAMS, JOHN ROBIE, JOHN B MILLER, AFRIKA BAMBAATAA, 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 .