You Spin Me Round
Alvin & The Chipmunks Lyrics


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Yeah I, I got to know your name
Well and I, could trace your private number baby
All I know is that to me
You look like you're lots of fun
Open up your lovin' arms
I want some

Well I, I set my sights on you
(and no one else will do)
And I, I've got to have my way now, baby
(and no one else will do)
And I, I've got to have my way now, baby
All I know is that to me
You look like you're havin' fun
Open up your lovin' arms
Watch out, here I come

You spin me right round, baby
Right round like a record, baby
Right round round round
You spin me right round, baby
Right round like a record, baby
Right round round round

I, I got be your friend now, baby
And I would like to move in
Just a little bit closer
(little bit closer)

All I know is that to me
You look like you're lots of fun
Open up your lovin' arms
Watch out, here I come

You spin me right round, baby
Right round like a record, baby
Right round round round
You spin me right round, baby
Right round like a record, baby
Right round round round

I want your love
I want your love

All I know is that to me
You look like you're lots of fun




Open up your lovin' arms
Watch out, here I come

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "You Spin Me Round" by Alvin & The Chipmunks are fun and upbeat, with a driving dance beat and a catchy chorus. The song is about a person who is attracted to someone who seems like they know how to have a good time, and they want to be closer to them. The first verse talks about the singer wanting to know the person's name and phone number so they can get closer to them. The second verse talks about the singer being focused on the person they're attracted to and wanting to have their way with them. The chorus, which is the most famous part of the song, talks about the person being spun around like a record because of their attraction to the other person.


The song is known for its distinctive and catchy beat and the use of electronic instruments. The vocals are heavily processed, giving them a robotic quality. The song was released in 1984 and became a hit in many countries, including the US, UK, and Australia. "You Spin Me Round" was covered by several other artists, including Dead or Alive (the original version), Marilyn Manson, and Jessica Simpson.


Line by Line Meaning

Yeah I, I got to know your name
I am interested in getting to know you by learning your name


Well and I, could trace your private number baby
I am enthusiastic about acquiring your personal phone number


All I know is that to me, You look like you're lots of fun
I can see the pleasure in your appearance


Open up your lovin' arms, I want some
Extend your arms so that I can enjoy your affection


Well I, I set my sights on you, (and no one else will do)
I have my heart set on you, and no one else will do


And I, I've got to have my way now, baby, (and no one else will do)
I must have things my way with you, and no one else will do


Watch out, here I come
Be prepared as I am making my move towards you


You spin me right round, baby, Right round like a record, baby, Right round round round
You make my head go round and round like a spinning record


I got be your friend now, baby, And I would like to move in, Just a little bit closer, (little bit closer)
I eagerly want to make a close relationship with you and get physically closer


I want your love
I crave your affection


Open up your lovin' arms, Watch out, here I come
Extend your arms to welcome me as I move towards you




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Timothy John Lever, Michael David Percy, Stephen Coy, Peter Jozzepi Burns

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