Body Movin'
Beastie Boys Lyrics


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Body movin', body movin'
A1 sound, and the sound's so soothing
Body movin', body movin'
We be getting down and you know we're Krush Groovin'

Body movin', body movin'
A1 sound, and the sound's so soothing
Body movin', body movin'
We be getting down and you know we're Krush Groovin'

Now, let me get some action from the back section
We need body rockin' not perfection
Let your back bone flip but don't slip a disc
And let your spine unwind, just take a risk
I wanna' do the freak until the break of dawn
Tell me party people is that so wrong
The ship is docking, interlockin'
And up-rockin', electro-shocking
We're getting down, computer action
Do the robotic satisfaction
Now all of y'all, ah get off the wall
Have a ball and get involved with

Body movin', body movin'
A1 sound, and the sound's so soothing
Body movin', body movin'
We be getting down and you know we're Krush Groovin'

Flame on, I'm gone
I'm so sweet like a nice bon bon
Came out rapping when I was born
Mom said rock it 'til the break of dawn
Puttin' bodies in motion cause I got the notion
Like Roy Cormier with the coconut lotion
The sound of the music makin' you insane
You can't explain to people this type of mind frame
Like a bottle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape
I'm fine like wine when I start to rap
We need body rockin', not perfection
Let me get some action from the back section

Body movin', body movin'
A1 sound, and the sound's so soothing
Body movin', body movin'
We be getting down and you know we're Krush Groovin'

Mike D, with the master plan
I said, ooh my my and thank you, ma'am
And when I grab the mic you scream, 'ooh, goddamn'
The crème de la crème is who I am
MCA, where have you been
Packed like sardines in the tin
So kick off your shoes and put on your swim fins
'Cause when it comes to quarries I'm known to swim
And Adrock, light up the place
And if you pull my card, you pull the ace
And if you ask me turn up the bass
And if you play defender
I could be your hyperspace, so

Body movin', body movin'
A1 sound, and the sound's so soothing




Body movin', body movin'
We be getting down and you know we're Krush Groovin'

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Beastie Boys' song "Body Movin'" are all about getting the party started and moving your body to the rhythm of the music. From the very beginning of the song, the catchy chorus encourages you to get up and dance: "Body movin', body movin', A1 sound, and the sound's so soothing, We be getting down and you know we're Krush Groovin'". The verses take it a step further, with the band members calling for action from the crowd: "Now, let me get some action from the back section, We need body rockin' not perfection".


The second verse features clever rhyming and wordplay, with lines like "Puttin' bodies in motion 'cause I got the notion, Like Roy Cormier with the coconut lotion". Each member takes a turn showcasing their skills, with Mike D declaring himself the "master plan" and Adrock asking the crowd to "light up the place". Overall, the song is upbeat, energetic, and a call to get up and dance.


Line by Line Meaning

Body movin', body movin'
Let's get up and move our bodies to the rhythm of this music.


A1 sound, and the sound's so soothing
This music has great quality and is very pleasant to listen to.


We be getting down and you know we're Krush Groovin'
We are dancing and partying to the rhythm of the music, just like in the famous hip hop movie 'Krush Groove'.


Now, let me get some action from the back section
I want the people in the back to start dancing and having fun too.


We need body rockin' not perfection
We need enthusiasm and energy from our bodies, not necessarily perfect dance moves.


Let your back bone flip but don't slip a disc
Let your spine move and dance freely but try not to get injured.


And let your spine unwind, just take a risk
Relax and let your body move with the music, don't be afraid to try new moves.


I wanna' do the freak until the break of dawn
I want to dance freely and have fun until it's morning.


Tell me party people is that so wrong
Is it wrong to enjoy ourselves and dance like crazy all night long?


The ship is docking, interlockin'
The music is building up and sounds like a spaceship docking or interlocking parts together.


And up-rockin', electro-shocking
We're dancing and moving in an up-and-down motion, electrifying and shocking everybody.


We're getting down, computer action
We're getting down, dancing and feeling the music with precise and calculated movements, like a computer.


Do the robotic satisfaction
Dance in a robotic and mechanical way that satisfies your love for this music genre.


Now all of y'all, ah get off the wall
Everyone, come down from the wall or sidelines and join us in having fun and dancing!


Have a ball and get involved with
Have a good time and actively participate in this party and dance experience.


Flame on, I'm gone
I'm on fire and totally immersed in this music, nothing else matters.


I'm so sweet like a nice bon bon
My style and flow are smooth and delicious, like a nice candy.


Came out rapping when I was born
I've been rapping and performing since the day I was born.


Mom said rock it 'til the break of dawn
My mom encouraged me to pursue my passion for music and perform all night long.


Puttin' bodies in motion cause I got the notion
I'm inspiring everybody to dance and move their bodies with my great music skills and positive energy.


Like Roy Cormier with the coconut lotion
I'm smooth, cool and relaxed like Roy Cormier with his coconut lotion on the beach.


The sound of the music makin' you insane
The powerful and enchanting music sound is driving you crazy with excitement and emotion.


You can't explain to people this type of mind frame
It's hard to put into words the feeling of being completely immersed in music and dancing like there's no tomorrow.


Like a bottle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape
I'm as refined and world-class as a bottle of fine French wine like Châteauneuf-du-Pape.


I'm fine like wine when I start to rap
I am confident and smooth like a well-aged wine when I start to rap.


Mike D, with the master plan
I'm Mike D, the one who knows how to make things happen and get the party started!


I said, ooh my my and thank you, ma'am
I'm so good at rapping, people are amazed and say 'ooh my my', and thank me for the great performance.


And when I grab the mic you scream, 'ooh, goddamn'
My rap skills are so amazing that the crowd starts screaming and can't help but say 'ooh, goddamn'.


The crème de la crème is who I am
I'm the best of the best, the top of the line, the crème de la crème.


MCA, where have you been
MCA is here too, and everybody has missed him and his unique style of rapping.


Packed like sardines in the tin
Everybody is dancing and partying together, packed like sardines in a can.


So kick off your shoes and put on your swim fins
Let's get ready to dance and have fun like we're going swimming, by taking off our shoes and putting on our swim fins of great music.


'Cause when it comes to quarries I'm known to swim
When it comes to this kind of music, I'm known to be able to swim through it beautifully with my rap skills.


And Adrock, light up the place
Adrock is here with his amazing style to bring light to this party and make it even more powerful.


And if you pull my card, you pull the ace
If you test me or challenge me, you better be ready, because I always have the winning card, the ace.


And if you ask me turn up the bass
If you want to take this party to the next level, just ask me to turn up the bass of this great music.


And if you play defender
If you try to oppose or criticize me, I can easily defend myself with my great music and rap skills.


I could be your hyperspace, so
I can take you to another dimension of great music and entertainment, so be ready for the ride!




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MICHAEL LOUIS DIAMOND, ADAM HOROVITZ, ADAM NATHANIEL YAUCH, MARIO CALDATO JR., TITO PUENTE

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@JoshuaOtusanya

Baudi Moovan

@destroyerswin8537

bah dee moo vin

@calmerthanyou6180

One of my biggest regrets is not seeing the B Boys live while MCA was still alive.
RIP SIR. YOU ARE MISSED

@cheriedebreuil

hey dingleberry, like missed watt?

@calmerthanyou6180

@@cheriedebreuil hey dingleberry..
Care to make a comment that makes sense?

@cheriedebreuil

@@calmerthanyou6180 ok, they felt live last time I played and i did not want to miss anything....i should play them more but....

@usgamechamp1091

Saw them 3 times. Mine is not seeing PRINCE! and tom petty

@calmerthanyou6180

@@usgamechamp1091 Crazy.
I never saw Prince either but I have seen Petty 3 times.n

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@patmack2871

The hook , and instruments is infectious w/ body movin - such a feel good song

@livestreamsfromtexas2137

Back when music videos were still awesome.

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