You can do it
Al Hudson & The Soul Partners Lyrics
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Like me, Enee meenie minie mo there's really nothin' to it.
Dance! Let your body go you know you can do it
Like me, Enee meenie minie mo there's really nothin' to it.
You can do it and you know that you can
There's nothing to it
At face value, the lyrics to Al Hudson & The Soul Partners' song You Can Do It are an energetic call to get up and dance. However, upon closer inspection, the lyrics can be read as a motivational message encouraging the listener to step outside of their comfort zone and try something new, whether it be dancing or pursuing a personal goal. The repeated line "Like me, Enee meenie minie mo there's really nothin' to it" is a playful nod to the fact that dancing (or any new endeavor) may seem intimidating at first, but with a little bit of encouragement and practice, anyone can do it.
The line "You can do it and you know that you can, there's nothing to it" is particularly powerful in its simplicity. It's a reminder to the listener that all it takes to achieve their goals is a belief in themselves and a willingness to put in the work. The upbeat tempo and playful lyrics make the song a fun listen, but its underlying message is one of empowerment and self-confidence.
Line by Line Meaning
Dance! Let your body go you know you can do it
Move your body rhythmically with the music as you have the potential to dance
Like me, Enee meenie minie mo there's really nothin' to it.
Just let yourself loose like me, no need to overthink as its quite simple
You can do it and you know that you can
Believe in yourself that you are capable of achieving anything
There's nothing to it
It's not that hard, just go with the flow and enjoy it
Writer(s): ALICIA MYERS, KEVIN MCCORD
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