I've Got That Boom Boom
Britney Spears Lyrics

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[Ying Yang Twins]
(Shout it)
We gonna go to the club and get drunk with Britney
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
Ying Yang, Britney

(Shout it)
She fine, she fine

Fine enough to blow your mind
(Shout it)
She bad, she bad
Get on the floor and shake that ass
(Shout it)
She fine, she fine
Fine enough to blow your mind
(Shout it)
She bad, she bad
Get on the floor and shake that ass

[Britney]
Yeah, this is for all the southern boys out there
Check this out

I see you looking my way
And I know that
You have something to say
Watching every inch of my body
Like you wanted to play

Boom, boom, boom
Boy you look so sexy
Boom, boom, boom
Boy you look so sexy

I begin to dance just a little bit
To turn you on

I got that boom boom
That you want
Watching me all night long
Hurry up before it's gone
I got that boom boom
That you want
I don't think you should wait
One minute might be too late

You had caught my eye and
I wanted to get to know you
Don't be shy
I want you to come closer
So what you gonna do?
(So here we go)

Boom, boom, boom
Boy you look so sexy
(So damn sexy)
Boom, boom, boom
Boy you look so sexy
(Tonight)

I got that boom boom
That you want
(That you want)
Watching me all night long
Hurry up before it's gone
I got that boom boom
(I got that boom boom)
That you want
I don't think you should wait
One minute might be too late

[Ying Yang Twins:]
(Shout it)
She fine, she fine
Fine enough to blow your mind
(Shout it)
She bad, she bad
Get on the floor and shake that ass
(Shout it)
She fine, she fine
Fine enough to blow your mind
(Shout it)
She bad, she bad
Get on the floor and shake that ass
(Shout it)
She fine, she fine
Fine enough to blow your mind
(Shout it)
She bad, she bad
Get on the floor and shake that ass

[Britney]
I got that boom boom
That you want
Watching me all night long
Hurry up before it's gone
I got that boom boom
(I got that boom boom)
That you want
I don't think you should wait
One minute might be too late

I got that boom boom (Yeah)
That you want
Watching me all night long
Hurry up before it's gone
I got that boom boom (Yeah)
That you want
I don't think you should wait
One minute might be too late

Boom, boom, boom
Boy you look so sexy
(Damn you look so sexy)
Boom, boom, boom
Boy you look so sexy
(Adoring me)

Boom, boom, boom
Boy you look so sexy
(Damn you turning me on)
Boom, boom, boom

Boy you look so sexy
Yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Britney Spears's song "Boom Boom" may raise some eyebrows as it appears to promote objectification and sexualization of women. However, it is crucial to understand the message and what the song is aiming to achieve. It is a suggestive song with an upbeat tempo that is meant to encourage people to dance and let loose in a club setting. The lyrics are lighthearted and playful, not serious or demeaning.

The song's opening lines are a shoutout to the Ying Yang Twins, who are featured on the track. They set the tone for the song and the party atmosphere the song aims to create. The line "We gonna go to the club and get drunk with Britney" is a reference to the idea that the song is meant to be playing in a party or club environment, and Britney Spears is the headlining act.

The rest of the song is a conversation between Spears and her audience. She starts by acknowledging the looks she's getting and acknowledging that people are looking at her. She sings, "I see you looking my way, and I know that you have something to say, watching every inch of my body like you wanted to play." She then lets the listener know that she is aware of her appeal, singing, "Boom, boom, boom, boy, you look so sexy."

In the second verse, she invites the listener to dance with her and explore their attraction. However, it's worth noting that the song does not necessarily create a clear power dynamic where Spears is being objectified. Instead, the song invites the listener to join in the fun without crossing any lines.

Overall, the song's lyrics are not meant to be taken seriously but are more of an invitation to let loose and have fun. The song aims to create a lighthearted mood for its listeners, which is what makes it a pop classic.

Line by Line Meaning

We gonna go to the club and get drunk with Britney
Ying Yang Twins plan to get drunk with Britney at the club

She fine, she fine
Britney is incredibly attractive

Fine enough to blow your mind
Britney's beauty is awe-inspiring

She bad, she bad
Britney is sexy

Get on the floor and shake that ass
Dance and show off your moves

I got that boom boom that you want
Britney has the irresistible charm and appeal that people desire

Watching me all night long
People are captivated by Britney's performance and presence

Hurry up before it's gone
Take advantage of the opportunity before it is too late

I don't think you should wait
Britney wants people to act quickly

One minute might be too late
The chance to enjoy Britney's company or performance could pass quickly

I see you looking my way
Britney notices someone's interest in her

And I know that you have something to say
Britney is aware that someone wants to communicate with her

Watching every inch of my body like you wanted to play
Someone is scrutinizing Britney's physical appearance with the intention of engaging in physical activity with her

Boom, boom, boom, boy you look so sexy
Britney finds the person attractive and exciting

I begin to dance just a little bit to turn you on
Britney uses dancing to arouse someone

You had caught my eye and I wanted to get to know you
Britney is interested in someone who caught her attention

Don't be shy, I want you to come closer
Britney encourages someone to be more forward and approach her

Boom, boom, boom, boy you look so sexy (so damn sexy)
Britney reiterates how attractive someone is

I got that boom boom (I got that boom boom) that you want
Britney has the qualities that someone desires

She fine, she fine, fine enough to blow your mind
Reiteration of Britney's breathtaking beauty

Damn you look so sexy (adoring me)
Britney finds the person incredibly sexy

Yeah, this is for all the southern boys out there. Check this out
Britney dedicates the song to boys from the South

She bad, she bad, get on the floor and shake that ass
Britney urges someone to show off their moves and dance with her

Yeah (damn you turning me on), Boy you look so sexy
Britney is feeling turned on by the person and reaffirms their attractiveness

I got that boom boom (yeah) that you want
Britney's charm and appeal is hard to resist

Watching me all night long, hurry up before it's gone
A reminder that the chance to enjoy Britney's performance or company could disappear quickly

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ERIC JACKSON, DEONGELO HOLMES, RAPHAEL HAMILTON, ROY HAMILTON, CHYNA ROYAL

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