This song is featured on the NHL 11 Soundtrack. And is also the goal song for the Carolina Hurricanes.
This song is also played at Madison Square Garden during New York Rangers home games when the team is winning late in the game. A fan known as "Homo Larry", who sits in the upper section and is a season ticket holder, will dance to this song to fire up the fans at the game.
Strike It Up
Black Box Lyrics
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Yeah
Dance, dance, dance, dance
Yeah
Yeah
Dance, dance, dance
Strike it up, this band is gonna play my tune
Strike it up, nobody's gonna stop my sound
Strike it up, you know how lonely one can feel
If I have the line and you have the bass
Then strike it up and you'll find the rhythm's on time
Line after line going straight to your mind
'Cause hyping the place is what we're all about
Moving your waist to the bass is no doubt
Roll up the groove, melody is essential
Drop the knowledge on this instrumental
Cast your doubts about house music
You've got the body, so why don't you use it?
Naturally swinging your thing to the song
'Cause that's how we pump the dancefloor for the strong
Waiting on my feelings, yeah-heah
Waiting on my feelings, feelings
Waiting on my feelings, yeah-heah
Waiting on my feelings, feelings
Yeah
Yeah
Dance, dance, dance, dance
Yeah
Yeah
Dance, dance, dance
Strike it up, your hand is tapping on my skin
Strike it up, and keep me, and keep me standing on
Strike it up, nobody's gonna let you down
Strike it up, you know how lovely one can be
If I have the line and you have the bass
Then strike it up and you'll find the rhythm's on time
Line after line going straight to your mind
'Cause hyping the place is what we're all about
Moving your waist to the bass is no doubt
Roll up the groove, melody is essential
Drop the knowledge on this instrumental
Cast your doubts about house music
You've got the body, so why don't you use it?
Naturally swinging your thing to the song
'Cause that's how we pump the dancefloor for the strong
Waiting on my feelings, yeah-heah
Waiting on my feelings, feelings
Waiting on my feelings, yeah-heah
Waiting on my feelings, feelings
Waiting on my feelings, yeah-heah
Waiting on my feelings, feelings
Waiting on my feelings, yeah-heah
Waiting on my feelings, feelings
Yeah
Yeah
Yeah
Yeah
Dance, dance, dance, dance
Yeah
Yeah
Yeah
Yeah
Dance, dance, dance, dance
Strike it up, strike it up
Strike it up, strike it up
Strike it up, strike it up
Strike it up, strike it up
Strike it up, strike it up
Strike it up, strike it up
The lyrics of "Strike It Up" by Black Box are all about dancing to house music. The song features a vibrant dance beat and DJ Daniele Davoli's signature production style. The lyrics talk about hitting the dance floor, moving your body, and feeling the groove. The singer encourages the listener to let go of their doubts about this genre of music and embrace the beat. The chorus consists of repetitions of "Strike it up!" That's an invitation from the singer to get the rhythm and dance.
The verses of the song expand on the theme of the chorus. The lyrics talk about the elements of dance music that make it a prime motivator for dancing, such as the combination of line and bass. The instrumental break in the middle of the song showcases the beats and melody that come together to create a driving beat. The lyrics encourage the listener to let their body move to the beat and forget their doubts. Listening to the song's lyrics will inspire anyone to move their body and let go of their inhibitions.
Line by Line Meaning
Strike it up, this band is gonna play my tune
Let's get this party started because the band is going to play my favorite song
Strike it up, I wanna, I wanna tell you so
I want to express how excited I am and tell you to get ready to dance
Strike it up, nobody's gonna stop my sound
My music can't be silenced by anyone because it's time to dance
Strike it up, you know how lonely one can feel
Dancing is a great way to connect with others and combat loneliness
If I have the line and you have the bass
If I have the melody and you have the rhythm, we can create the perfect dance music
Then strike it up and you'll find the rhythm's on time
Let's start the music and the rhythm will be perfectly in sync
Line after line going straight to your mind
The music is so catchy it takes over your thoughts
'Cause hyping the place is what we're all about
Our goal is to get everyone excited and dancing
Moving your waist to the bass is no doubt
The rhythm is so good, you can't help but move your body to the beat
Roll up the groove, melody is essential
The music needs to be upbeat and catchy to keep everyone dancing
Drop the knowledge on this instrumental
We have the skills to make amazing dance music and we want everyone to know it
Cast your doubts about house music
Don't be skeptical about this type of music, it's perfect for dancing
You've got the body, so why don't you use it?
Don't be self-conscious, everyone can dance and enjoy the music
Naturally swinging your thing to the song
Let your body flow and naturally move to the music
'Cause that's how we pump the dancefloor for the strong
This is how we energize the dance floor and get everyone moving to the beat
Waiting on my feelings, yeah-heah
I'm eagerly anticipating the start of the dance party
Waiting on my feelings, feelings
I can't wait to let loose and dance to the music
Waiting on my feelings, yeah-heah
I'm excited and ready for this dance party to start
Strike it up, your hand is tapping on my skin
The beat is so infectious, even your touch can't resist dancing
Strike it up, and keep me, and keep me standing on
The music keeps me going and energizes me to keep dancing
Strike it up, nobody's gonna let you down
This music won't disappoint, it's going to keep everyone dancing
Strike it up, you know how lovely one can be
Dancing is a beautiful thing and brings people together in a special way
Lyrics © CTM Publishing, PFIVE Entertainment Mexico, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Daniele Davoli, Lee Bennett Thompson, Mirko Limoni, Valerio Semplici
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sandromir4nda140
Anyone else listening in 2024?
@HAIZZUL
Yes
@Rickky007
🔊 🔊🔊🔊🎼🎼
@colettecamo2844
Who's cranking it in 2023? Woooohoooo
@juanchacon7556
LO MEJOR...!!!🥹🥹🙏♥️🥰🥰
@yslslimerichy7674
Me
@cherasparkle6372
ME babeeeeee!
@brianvincentdoucet4273
I remember hearing this during my early college days when I was in my early 20s. I'm over 50 now, and this song still thrills me. And earlier on, I thought it was called "crank it up"! Silly me.
@lauracline8865
Me that's who 😘😘
@JoshBHassall
Still pumping this in 2024, because it’s a timeless classic! Who feels the same?