Do Your Thing
Basement Jaxx Vs. Metropole Orkest Lyrics
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I don't need no news
All I need is a bumping beat to bump away my blues
I don't give a damn what the people say
I'm gonna do it my way, gonna do it my way
Boom, boom, boom, boom, boom, a-ding, ding, ding
I'm gonna let it all out, do my thing
Boom, bang, boom, a-bang, bang
Boom, bang, boom, a-bang, bang
Do your thing
Do your thing, make my body sing
Do your thing
Do your thing
Your thing, my thing, oh, oh, oh, oh
Yeah, lemme see you do your thing now
Yeah, lemme see you do your thing now
Yeah, lemme see you do your thing now
Said shut your mouth
You're in a fateful tiz
Free the mayhem in your mind, release the need inside of you
You're gonna suffer
Because the crowd's so loud
Do your thing, do your thing
Boom, boom, boom, boom, a-bang, bang, bang
Do my thing, doom, boom, boom and a bang, bang, bang
Boom, bang, boom, a-bang, bang
Boom, bang, boom, a-bang, bang
Do your thing, yeah
Do your thing, make my body sing
Do your thing, yeah (touch your head)
Do your thing
Your thing, my thing, oh, oh, oh, oh
Yeah, lemme see you do your thing now
Yeah, lemme see you do your thing now
Yeah, lemme see you do your thing now
(Yeah) clap your hands (do your thing)
Because it's new thing, new swing, new thing, new swing, new thing, new thing, new thing
Boom, boom, boom, and a bang, bang, bang
Boom, bang, boom, a-bang, bang
Boom, boom, boom, and a bang, bang, bang
Do your thing, do your thing
Boom, boom, boom, and a bang, bang, bang
Boom, bang, boom, a-bang, bang
Boom, boom, boom, and a bang, bang, bang
Do your thing, do your thing
Do your thing, yeah
Do your thing
Do your thing, make my body sing
Do your thing, yeah
Do your thing
Do your thing
Your thing, my thing, oh, oh, oh, oh
Do your thing, yeah, lemme see you do your thing now
Do your thing, yeah, lemme see you do your thing now
Yeah, lemme see you do your thing now
Lemme see you do your thing now, now, now, now
The lyrics of "Do Your Thing" by Basement Jaxx Vs. Metropole Orkest speak to the idea of personal freedom and individual expression, encouraging listeners to let go of societal expectations and norms in order to embrace their own unique traits and qualities. The verses highlight the idea that mundane distractions, such as TV and news, can be replaced with music as a way to uplift and free one's spirit. The chorus emphasizes that one's personal expression should not only be accepted, but celebrated, with the repeated phrase "do your thing." The lyrics also acknowledge that societal pressure can be a hindrance to individuality, but encourages listeners to defy those pressures and embrace their true selves.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't need no TV
Television is not necessary for me
I don't need no news
I don't require news to function
All I need is a bumping beat to bump away my blues
Music is all I need to lift my mood
I don't give a damn what the people say
I am not concerned about people's opinions
I'm gonna do it my way, gonna do it my way
I will do things according to my own standards and methods
Boom, boom, boom, boom, boom, a-ding, ding, ding
Sound of the music beats
I'm gonna let it all out, do my thing
I will express myself freely
Boom, boom, boom, and a bang, bang, bang
Sound of the music beats
Boom, bang, boom, a-bang, bang
Sound of the music beats
Do your thing
Follow your own path
Do your thing, make my body sing
Express yourself in a way that excites me
Your thing, my thing, oh, oh, oh, oh
Everyone has their own way of doing things
Yeah, lemme see you do your thing now
I want to witness your individual expression
Said shut your mouth
Stop talking
You're in a fateful tiz
You're in a bad mood
Free the mayhem in your mind, release the need inside of you
Unleash the chaos in your thoughts and desires
You're gonna suffer
You will experience negative consequences
Because the crowd's so loud
The noisy crowd is influencing you
Do your thing, yeah (touch your head)
Follow your own path, gesture of encouragement to touch one's head
(Yeah) clap your hands (do your thing)
Gesture of encouragement to clap and express oneself
Because it's new thing, new swing, new thing, new swing, new thing, new thing, new thing
Embrace the new and different
Do your thing, yeah
Follow your own path
Lemme see you do your thing now, now, now, now
I want to see your individual expression now
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FELIX BUXTON, BLUE MITCHELL, SIMON RATCLIFFE
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@SheikhMohammed
A truly dazzling, but also perfectly mastered musical fireworks : perfect pitch, coordination, rhythms, balance : almost miraculously, no one in this huge crowd stands in the way of any of the others. Beyond the sheer jubilation shared by all on stage (and in the audience), I'm struck by the huge amount of quality work that was successfully invested in this piece. Inspiration and hard work are such a brilliant combination!
@UncleWalter1
I love that intro. I especially love that real dank Garibaldi kind of groove against the really colourful orchestration.
@WillieWagglestick
This has cheered me up so much tonight!! Their happiness is infectious. I've never heard anything like this in my life!
@Ace_of_Horns
Considering how much of a swing band style the original song has, despite not having any brass instruments in it, i always hoped they did an orchestral version of this song. Glad to see my prayers answered.
@davidmoore8825
Sensational. Stumbled across this and was blown away by the infectious joy of all involved. Always loved Do you Thing and this orchestral version is a great tribute.
@ianashw9751
The violinists are LOVIN' it, you don't see violinists smile often! :-)
@timmyneedham
I think that is Alida Schat.
@robmccoy2934
Amazing how good the orchestra is and how well they work with the vocals. I just love this tune..
@iamsoweird1357
Words cannot describe how awesome this is!
@marijnfranse3799
Got tears in my eyes at the last part, truly amazing!