Circus
Britney's Spear Lyrics


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There's only two types of people in the world
The ones that entertain, and the ones that observe
Well baby I'm a put-on-a-show kinda girl
Don't like the backseat, gotta be first
I'm like the ringleader
I call the shots (call the shots)
I'm like a firecracker
I make it hot
When I put on a show

I feel the adrenaline moving through my veins
Spotlight on me and I'm ready to break
I'm like a performer, the dance floor is my stage
Better be ready, hope that you feel the same

All eyes on me in the center of the ring
Just like a circus
When I crack that whip, everybody gon' trip
Just like a circus
Don't stand there watching me, follow me
Show me what you can do
Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor
Just like a circus

There's only two types of guys out there
Ones that can hang with me, and ones that are scared
So baby I hope that you came prepared
I run a tight ship so, beware
I'm like the ringleader
I call the shots (call the shots)
I'm like a firecracker
I make it hot
When I put on a show

I feel the adrenaline moving through my veins
Spotlight on me and I'm ready to break
I'm like a performer, the dance floor is my stage
Better be ready, hope that ya feel the same

All eyes on me in the center of the ring
Just like a circus
When I crack that whip, everybody gon' trip
Just like a circus
Don't stand there watching me, follow me
Show me what you can do
Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor
Just like a circus

Let's go
Let me see what you can do
I'm runnin' this (like, like, like, like a circus)
Yeah
Like a what? (like, like, like, like a circus)

All eyes on me in the center of the ring
Just like a circus
When I crack that whip, everybody gon' trip
Just like a circus
Don't stand there watching me, follow me
Show me what you can do
Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor
Just like a circus

All the eyes on me in the center of the ring
Just like a circus
When I crack that whip, everybody gon' trip
Just like a circus
Don't stand there watching me, follow me
Show me what you can do




Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor
Just like a circus

Overall Meaning

The song Circus by Britney Spears personifies the entertainment industry as a circus, where there are people who perform and people who observe. Britney is portrayed as the ringleader, who calls the shots and wants to be in the spotlight. She describes herself as a put-on-a-show kinda girl who loves the attention and doesn't like to be in the backseat. She feels the adrenaline moving through her veins when she is on stage and ready to break. For her, the dance floor is her stage, and she wants everyone to let go and have fun just like in a circus.


The chorus of the song talks about her cracking the whip and everyone tripping just like in a circus. She calls out to everyone to follow her and show her what they can do. In the second verse, she talks about two types of guys, ones that can hang with her and ones who are scared. She runs a tight ship and calls the shots. The song is an anthem for performers who love to be in the spotlight and entertain people.


Overall, the song is a representation of Britney's life, where she is always in the spotlight and is known for her entertaining performances. It highlights her love for performing and being in the center of attention.


Line by Line Meaning

There's only two types of people in the world
There are two categories of people in society


The ones that entertain, and the ones that observe
Those who make things happen and those who watch things happen


Well baby I'm a put-on-a-show kinda girl
I am an entertainer, I make things happen


Don't like the backseat, gotta be first
I don't like to follow, I always want to be in charge


I'm like the ringleader
I am the leader, I control everything


I call the shots (call the shots)
I make the decisions, nobody else


I'm like a firecracker
I am energetic, I am full of life


I make it hot
I make things exciting and fun


When I put on a show
Whenever I am performing


I feel the adrenaline moving through my veins
I feel excited and energized


Spotlight on me and I'm ready to break
When I am the center of attention, I am ready to perform to the best of my ability


I'm like a performer, the dance floor is my stage
I am like a professional dancer who is always ready to perform whenever the chance arises


Better be ready, hope that you feel the same
You need to be prepared to match my high energy and enthusiasm


All eyes on me in the center of the ring
I am the center of attention on the dance floor


Just like a circus
It is like a circus, where everything is exciting and full of energy


When I crack that whip, everybody gon' trip
When I start dancing, everyone else will follow my lead


Don't stand there watching me, follow me
Don't just stand there and watch, come and join me in dancing


Show me what you can do
Demonstrate your skills and abilities to me


Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor
Everyone can dance and enjoy themselves, creating a vibrant and exciting atmosphere


Let me see what you can do
Show me what you are capable of doing


I'm runnin' this (like, like, like, like a circus)
I am in charge of the show, just like a circus ringleader


Yeah
Agreeing with the previous line


Like a what? (like, like, like, like a circus)
Repeating the previous line, as if to emphasize the point




Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lukasz Gottwald, Claude Kelly, Benjamin Levin

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