And The Elephants are:
Francisco Echeverría - Lead Vocals
Eduardo Rossel - Guitar, Backing Vocals
Manuel Lopez - Guitar
Gabriel Soublette - Bass
Renato Valenzuela - Drums, Backing Vocals
After two previous EPs, they released their debut album The Procession in 2016.
www.andtheelephants.com
Dance
And The Elephants Lyrics
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All the eyes were diamonds, technicolor wishes
Five-star paranoia, hi-fi superstition
Time to drop the needle, show 'em what they're missin'
Chasin', we'll all fake it 'til we forget
Turn the lights down and keep chasin'
Are we vibin' or just lyin'? Yeah, we're vibin'
Everybody dance, dance, dance
Ah, ah, ah, ah
Ah, ah, ah, ah
Down on the corner out on the city
All the girls got money, all the boys look pretty
The Velvetones are talkin', all the lips are kissin'
Time to drop the needle, show 'em what they're missin'
Chasin', we'll all fake it 'til we forget
Turn the lights down and keep chasin'
Are we vibin' or just lyin'? Yeah, we're vibin'
Ah, ah, ah, ah
Ah, ah, ah, ah
Dance, dance, dance
Everybody dance, dance, dance
Dance, dance, dance
Everybody dance, dance, dance
Ah, ah, ah, ah
Ah, ah, ah, ah
The song "Dance" by And The Elephants tells the story of a city corner where people gather and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. The "polyphonic visions" refer to the various sounds coming from different sources, creating a harmonious blend. The metaphor of "diamonds" and "technicolor wishes" suggests that the people have high hopes and aspirations. However, they are also paranoid and superstitious, indicated by the phrase "Five-star paranoia, hi-fi superstition."
The chorus of the song, "Dance, dance, dance, everybody dance, dance, dance," carries a contagious energy that encourages everyone to lose themselves in the moment and dance. The line "Are we vibin' or just lyin'? Yeah, we're vibin'" suggests that people may be pretending to have a good time, but there is a collective desire to enjoy the music and forget their worries.
The second verse speaks of the girls having money and the boys looking pretty, which adds to the overall picture of lavishness and glamour. The Velvetones, a fictional band, are mentioned, which alludes to the music that is playing and the positive vibes that are being created. The song concludes with the repeated chorus, emphasizing the importance of letting go and simply dancing.
Overall, the song "Dance" celebrates the joy of music and dancing, and the temporary escape that it offers from everyday life.
Line by Line Meaning
Down on the corner, polyphonic visions
In a particular location, we are experiencing a variety of intermingled sounds
All the eyes were diamonds, technicolor wishes
There is a universal feeling of hope and desire amongst the people
Five-star paranoia, hi-fi superstition
Some people are excessively cautious, relying on technology to protect them
Time to drop the needle, show 'em what they're missin'
Now is the time to share something with others that they have not yet experienced
Chasin', we'll all fake it 'til we forget
We are pursuing something that we do not fully understand or believe in, but we keep going regardless.
Turn the lights down and keep chasin'
We are going to continue pursuing this thing, even if we need to create a more appropriate atmosphere for ourselves
Are we vibin' or just lyin'? Yeah, we're vibin'
Are we truly connecting with each other or just telling ourselves we are? It doesn't matter, we choose to enjoy the moment anyway
Down on the corner out on the city
We are in a busy, vibrant part of town
All the girls got money, all the boys look pretty
Everyone is doing well and looking their best
The Velvetones are talkin', all the lips are kissin'
People are socializing and having a good time
Dance, dance, dance Everybody dance, dance, dance
Let's get up and dance our problems away
Ah, ah, ah, ah Ah, ah, ah, ah
The beat continues, and the good times keep rolling
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Bradley Shultz, Daniel Tichenor, Jared Champion, John Hill, Matthan Minster, Matthew Shultz, Nicholas Bockrath
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Omnicide101
When they performed this song live at Castlefest a week or so ago, the ENTIRE audience kept going with the chant of 'We are born of the salt' for a while after the song ended, so the band replayed that part, it was fucking magical
@MerylMania
Ahh I was there too, it was indeed magical! The reaction of the band as well ❤
@speedpants8915
"I spit on your conditions, in fact i think i'll pass, them terms won't do to wipe the out of me irish ass", now that's a badass lyric!
@Prometheus-hb9mh
I love that last bit and the slight change “WE WILL NOT - bleed for queen Anne, Starve for king George”
@Prometheus-hb9mh
@Barabara Hentges what?
@Prometheus-hb9mh
@Axel Cullen wtf is flixzone?
@mr.mystery9338
@@Prometheus-hb9mh it s a scam site that will steal your ip. Those accounts have the same user.
@7636kei
Ah, that reminds me of a proverb in our language: 'Gajah bertarung lawan gajah, pelanduk mati di tengah-tengah' (lit: elephant fighting elephant, the mouse-deer died in the midst).
As you might suspect, it's basically when persons of power fight amongst themselves, the common people is the victim.
@sevdrakegavial
what language is that
@7636kei
@@sevdrakegavial Indonesian, although I'd hazard a guess Malay has something similar to that.