Stayin' Alive
Alvin & The Chipmunks Lyrics
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I'm a dancing man, no time to talk
Music loud, we sing so strong
We've been kicked around since we were born
And now it's all right, it's okay
You may look the other way
We can try to understand
Whether you're a brother
Or whether you're a mother
You're stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Feel the city breakin'
And everybody shakin'
And we're stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Ah, ha, ha, ha
Stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Ah, ha, ha, ha
Stayin' alive, you're stayin' alive
Well now, I get low and I sing high
And if I can't get there, I gotto try
Got the wings of heaven on my shoes
And we're dancin' men and we just can't lose
You know it's all right, it's okay
We'll live to see another day
We can try to understand
The New York Times' effect on man
Whether you're a brother
Or whether you're a mother
You're stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Feel the city breakin'
And everybody shakin'
And we're stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Ah, ha, ha, ha
Stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Ah, ha, ha, ha
Stayin' alive, you're stayin' alive
Life is goin' nowhere
Somebody help me
Somebody help me, yeah
Oh, life is goin' nowhere
Somebody help me
Somebody help me, yeah
You know it's all right, it's okay
We'll live to see another day
We can try to understand
The New York Times' effect on man
Whether you're a brother
Or whether you're a mother
You're stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Feel the city breakin'
And everybody shakin'
And we're stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Ah, ha, ha, ha
Stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Ah, ha, ha, ha
Stayin' alive, you're stayin' alive
The lyrics of Alvin & The Chipmunks's song "Stayin' Alive" are all about perseverance and resilience in the face of adversity. The singer talks about how he's a "dancing man, no time to talk" and how music is a powerful emotional force that can help people overcome their struggles. The title itself serves as a mantra for the singer, reminding him that no matter how hard things get, he's going to keep going and "stay alive". The lyrics also reference The New York Times, suggesting that even the most powerful and influential people in the world are subject to the same struggles as everyone else.
The song emphasizes the importance of community and inclusivity in tough times. The line "Whether you're a brother or whether you're a mother, you're stayin' alive" suggests that everyone is in it together and that support from friends and family is crucial for survival. The repetition of "stayin' alive" serves as a sort of rallying cry, encouraging listeners to keep pushing forward even when things seem bleak.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, you can tell by the way I use my walk
My walk shows that I am a great dancer who doesn't have time for talk
I'm a dancing man, no time to talk
I prioritize dancing over talking
Music loud, we sing so strong
We love to sing along to loud music
We've been kicked around since we were born
We have faced challenges since the beginning of our lives.
And now it's all right, it's okay
Everything is fine now
You may look the other way
You can ignore our dancing if you want
We can try to understand
We can attempt to comprehend
The New York Times' effect on man
How the New York Times has affected human behavior
Whether you're a brother
Regardless of your gender
Or whether you're a mother
Regardless of your parental status
You're stayin' alive, stayin' alive
You are surviving and persevering
Feel the city breakin'
The city is pulsing with energy
And everybody shakin'
Everyone is moving and grooving
And we're stayin' alive, stayin' alive
We are persevering and surviving
Ah, ha, ha, ha
A rhythmic expression of acknowledgement
Stayin' alive, stayin' alive
We are staying alive and persevering
Ah, ha, ha, ha
A rhythmic expression of acknowledgement
Stayin' alive, you're stayin' alive
You are persevering and surviving
Well now, I get low and I sing high
I am versatile and can sing in a wide range
And if I can't get there, I gotto try
I will still try even if I am not perfect
Got the wings of heaven on my shoes
I feel like I am flying because I am so happy
And we're dancin' men and we just can't lose
We are great dancers who will always have fun
Life is goin' nowhere
Life can sometimes feel stagnant or unproductive
Somebody help me
I need someone's help to get out of this funk
Somebody help me, yeah
I need someone's help to get out of this funk
You know it's all right, it's okay
Everything will be fine in the end
We'll live to see another day
We will have another chance to succeed tomorrow
Feel the city breakin'
The city is alive with energy and activity
And everybody shakin'
Everyone is moving and grooving
And we're stayin' alive, stayin' alive
We are persevering and surviving
Ah, ha, ha, ha
A rhythmic expression of acknowledgement
Stayin' alive, stayin' alive
We are staying alive and persevering
Ah, ha, ha, ha
A rhythmic expression of acknowledgement
Stayin' alive, you're stayin' alive
You are persevering and surviving
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