Based on sales, Boyz II Men is one of the most successful R&B groups of all time, having recorded five #1 pop hits between 1992 and 1997. They have since topped sales of 25 million records. Three of their #1 hits, "End of the Road", "I'll Make Love to You", and "One Sweet Day" (a duet with Mariah Carey), set and broke records for the longest period of time a single remained at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Boyz II Men were originally signed to Motown Records from 1990 to 2000, at which point they were moved to parent label Universal Records. After the 2000 album Nathan Shawn Michael Wanya, Boyz II Men moved to Arista Records. In 2003, Michael McCary left the group due to chronic back problems resulting from scoliosis. As of 2005, Wanya Morris, Shawn Stockman, and Nathan Morris continue to tour and record as a trio.
Step On Up
Boyz II Men Lyrics
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(9 to 5)
I need a place to get away
(Where I can feel alive)
Seems like my drama, it won't ever cease
(I had to stay away)
Now it's time to find my inner peace
(I'm coming out to play)
This will be my night
I will get up on this floor
And lose what's left of my mind
Let the rhythm take control
[Chorus]
Step on up, let your body go
'cause I know you want to do it so
When you hear the groove
You've gotta know
That it's time to make your move
Just step on up now
This party's got me feeling right, yeah
(I found a place to unwind, oh yeah)
I'm thinking 'bout myself tonight
(Relax and ease your mind)
Ain't holdin' back, I'm gonna let it go
(Throw all my cares away, yeah yeah)
Now I'll be sure to let my feelings flow
(I'm coming out to play)
This will be my night, yeah
I'mma get up on this floor
And lose the last of my mind
Let the rhythm take control
Step on up, let your body go
'cause I know you want to do it so
When you hear the groove
You've gotta know
That it's time to make your move
Just step on up now
And you won't turn away
Gotta get on the floor
Let's go, before it's too late
Keep it movin' all night long
[Chorus To Fade]
The lyrics of Boyz II Men’s song “Step On Up” speak about finding inner peace through letting go and dancing away one’s troubles. The first verse sets the scene by describing someone who has been working hard every day and needs a place to escape and feel alive. This person has been dealing with some kind of drama or stress, but it’s time to leave that behind and find inner peace. The chorus urges listeners to let go and dance to the groove, suggesting that dancing can be a way to find release and let go of stress.
The second verse builds upon this theme, with the singer describing a party that is making them feel good and helping them to unwind. They aren’t holding back and are going to let themselves dance and feel their emotions. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the idea that dancing can be a way to let go of worry and stress and be in the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Been working hard everyday
(9 to 5)
I've been putting in effort every day, working the usual hours from 9 to 5
I need a place to get away
(Where I can feel alive)
I require a haven where I can escape from daily burdens and feel refreshed
Seems like my drama, it won't ever cease
(I had to stay away)
My troubles have been ongoing and enduring, making me want to avoid them
Now it's time to find my inner peace
(I'm coming out to play)
It's necessary for me to locate tranquility within myself and let loose
Step on up, let your body go
'cause I know you want to do it so
When you hear the groove
You've gotta know
That it's time to make your move
Just step on up now
Join me and let yourself loose, as I know you're eager to do so. When the music starts playing, you should understand that it's your moment to shine and start dancing
This party's got me feeling right, yeah
(I found a place to unwind, oh yeah)
This celebration is giving me a fantastic sensation, making me believe that I've found the perfect location to de-stress
I'm thinking 'bout myself tonight
(Relax and ease your mind)
I'm focusing on my desires and needs tonight, giving myself a chance to be carefree and relaxed
Ain't holdin' back, I'm gonna let it go
(Throw all my cares away, yeah yeah)
I'm not restricting myself and am going to let go entirely, not worried about anything at all
This will be my night, yeah
I'mma get up on this floor
And lose the last of my mind
Let the rhythm take control
This night belongs to me, and I'm going to dance on the floor, letting my mind be free and surrendering to the beat
And you won't turn away
Gotta get on the floor
Let's go, before it's too late
Keep it movin' all night long
Don't back out now, come join me on the floor and let's start dancing. Let's not delay as time is running out, and we'll dance all night long
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: MCCARY, MORRIS, STOCKMAN
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