Shake Your Groove Thing
Alvin & The Chipmunks Lyrics


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Shake it, shake it

Shake your groove thing, shake your groove thing, yeah, yeah
Show 'em how we do it now
Shake your groove thing, shake your groove thing, yeah, yeah
Show 'em how we do it now, show 'em how we do it now

Let's show the world we can dance
Bad enough to strut our stuff
The music gives us a chance
We do more out on the floor

Groovin' loose or heart to heart
We put in motion every single part
Funky sounds wall to wall
We're bumpin' booties, havin' us a ball, y'all

Shake your groove thing, shake your groove thing, yeah, yeah
Show 'em how we do it now
Shake your groove thing, shake your groove thing, yeah, yeah
Show 'em how we do it now

We got the rhythm tonight
All the rest know we're the best
Our shadows crash in the light
Twistin', turnin', we keep burnin'

Shake it high or shake it low
We take our bodies where they want to go
Feel that beat, never stop
Oh, hold me tight, spin me like a top

Shake your groove thing, shake your groove thing, yeah, yeah
Show 'em how we do it now
Shake your groove thing, shake your groove thing, yeah, yeah
Show 'em how we do it now

There's nothing more that I'd like to do
Than take the floor and dance with you
Keep dancin', let's keep dancin'

Shake it, shake it
Shake it, shake it

Groovin' loose or heart to heart
We put in motion every single part
Funky sounds wall to wall
We're bumpin' booties, havin' us a ball, y'all

Shake your groove thing, shake your groove thing, yeah, yeah
Show 'em how we do it now
Shake your groove thing, shake your groove thing, yeah, yeah

Show 'em how we do it now, yeah
Shake it




Show 'em how we do it now, yeah
Shake it, shake it

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Alvin & The Chipmunks' song "Shake Your Groove Thing" are a lively invitation to let loose and dance. The song encourages listeners to shake their bodies and show off their moves, emphasizing the joy and freedom that comes from expressing oneself through dance. The repetition of the phrase "shake your groove thing" serves as a catchy and memorable hook that encourages listeners to join in.


The lyrics also highlight the power of music in bringing people together. It suggests that dancing is not only a form of self-expression but also a way to connect with others. The lines "Let's show the world we can dance / Bad enough to strut our stuff" suggest a sense of confidence and pride in one's dancing abilities. The song further emphasizes the energetic and fun nature of dancing, describing it as "bumpin' booties" and "havin' us a ball, y'all."


Overall, "Shake Your Groove Thing" is a song that celebrates the joy and freedom of dance, encouraging listeners to let go of their inhibitions and enjoy the rhythm and movement that music brings.


Line by Line Meaning

Shake your groove thing, shake your groove thing, yeah, yeah
Move your body in a rhythmic and lively manner, expressing yourself freely and with enthusiasm


Show 'em how we do it now
Demonstrate our unique dance style and impress others with our skills


Let's show the world we can dance
Let's prove to everyone that we are capable of dancing skillfully


Bad enough to strut our stuff
Confident enough to showcase our individual talents and abilities


The music gives us a chance
The music provides us with an opportunity to express ourselves through dance


We do more out on the floor
We excel at dancing and showcase our best moves while on the dance floor


Groovin' loose or heart to heart
Dancing with a relaxed and carefree attitude, or dancing intimately and passionately


We put in motion every single part
We move each and every part of our bodies, fully immersing ourselves in the dance


Funky sounds wall to wall
The room is filled with lively and energetic music


We're bumpin' booties, havin' us a ball, y'all
We're moving our hips energetically and having a great time


We got the rhythm tonight
We are in sync with the beat and fully in tune with the music tonight


All the rest know we're the best
Everyone recognizes that we are the most skilled and impressive dancers


Our shadows crash in the light
Our dance moves are so dynamic and energetic that they create striking visual effects


Twistin', turnin', we keep burnin'
We continue to dance passionately, with constant movement and energy


Shake it high or shake it low
Move your body vigorously, whether in an elevated manner or closer to the ground


We take our bodies where they want to go
We let our bodies move naturally and instinctively, following the flow of the music


Feel that beat, never stop
Feel the rhythm of the music and never cease dancing


Oh, hold me tight, spin me like a top
Hold me close and twirl me around swiftly, like a spinning top


There's nothing more that I'd like to do
There is no other activity that I desire more than dancing


Than take the floor and dance with you
Than to join you on the dance floor and dance together


Keep dancin', let's keep dancin'
Continue dancing, let's not stop and keep the energy flowing


Shake it, shake it
Keep moving and shaking your body with enthusiasm


Show 'em how we do it now, yeah
Impress others by demonstrating our unique dance style once again


Shake it
Keep shaking and moving your body with energy


Show 'em how we do it now, yeah
Again, demonstrate our exceptional dance skills and style to others


Shake it, shake it
Continue shaking and moving your body rhythmically




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DINO FEKARIS, FREDERICK J. PERREN

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