Throughout the 70s and 80s, the group remained up with the times and occasionally crept ahead of them, such that they became influences themselves upon younger generations of R&B and hip-hop acts. By the time the group's popularity started to fizzle in the late 80s, a series of hits were left in the band's wake, ranging from greasy, funky workouts to smooth ballads to swinging synthesized tracks and more. Further separating Cameo from their forebears was the fact that they didn't have a diaper-clad guitarist. Instead, they had a codpiece-wearing lead vocalist in Larry Blackmon.
Today, the group's iconic single "Word Up", released in 1986 from the album of the same time, remains a radio staple. The U.S. Hot Dance Singles and U.S. Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles chart topper has also been famously covered by artists such as the hard rock band Gun and the alternative metal group Korn. Other popular Cameo singles include "Attack Me With Your Love", "Candy", "Freaky Dancin'","I Just Want To Be", and "Sparkle".
Freaky Dancin'
Cameo Lyrics
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We know we got the music that makes your body move
We like to dance, shake a booty now and then
But you got to have the right moves to impress all your friends
Just move a little freaky, go real slow, take your time
You've got to give your best to be right all the time
If you dance with me and you like just what you see
'Cause we all love freaky dancin' and romancin'
Let's do it some more
You can't fail once you're freakin'
So, shake your pants and we'll party for sure
We'll party for sure
In order to move like this
Yes, you gotta have confidence
Tell everybody that they'll have to wait
For the nation to participate
You ready? New York, freaky dancin'
L. A. freaky dancin'
Atlanta, freaky dancin'
Cincinnati, freaky dancin'
Shy Town, freaky dancin'
Detroit, freaky dancin'
New Port New freaky dancin'
And our friends in Baton Rouge
They all love freaky dancin' and romancin'
Let's do it some more, let's do it some more
You can't fail once you're freakin'
So, shake your pants and we'll party for sure
We'll party for sure
Freaky deaky
Oh, no, no, no
If there's some places that you think we missed
How can you say that with a groove like this
The other places are just waiting to break
Just bring it on on, baby rock and shake
You ready? D.C. freaky dancin'
Dallas, Fort Worth, freaky dancin'
Huston, freaky dancin'
Philadelphia P.A. freaky dancin'
The Carolina's, freaky dancin'
Cleveland, freaky dancin'
New Orleans, freaky dancin'
They're as freaky as can be
They all love freaky dancin' and romancin'
Let's do it some more, let's do it some more
You can't fail once you're freakin'
So, shake your pants and we'll party for sure
Party and shake me all night
We all love freaky dancin' and romancin'
Let's do it some more
You can't fail once you're freakin', my time to freak
So, shake your pants and we'll party for sure
We'll party for sure
Come on, come on, come on, come on
The lyrics to Cameo's song "Freaky Dancin'" celebrate the irresistible power of music and dancing to bring people together and enable them to express themselves in unique and exciting ways. The song emphasizes the importance of having confidence in one's own moves and being willing to take risks and be a little bit "freaky" in order to truly let loose on the dance floor. The repeated refrain of "we all love freaky dancin' and romancin', let's do it some more" captures the carefree and joyful spirit of the song, encouraging listeners to let go of their inhibitions and embrace the moment.
The verse lyrics suggest that while everyone may enjoy dancing, there are certain skills and moves that are necessary to truly impress others on the dance floor. The lyrics also call out various locations across the United States where freaky dancin' is appreciated and loved, further reinforcing the idea that dancing is a universal and unifying activity.
Overall, "Freaky Dancin'" is a celebratory and upbeat song that encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions and connect with each other through the power of music and dancing.
Line by Line Meaning
People who listen for the best sound in the groove
Our music appeals to those who appreciate quality sound in their groove.
We know we got the music that makes your body move
Our music is sure to get you up and dancing.
We like to dance, shake a booty now and then
We enjoy dancing and moving our bodies occasionally.
But you got to have the right moves to impress all your friends
It takes skillful moves to impress your friends on the dance floor.
Just move a little freaky, go real slow, take your time
Take it slow and let your body move in unconventional ways on the dance floor.
You've got to give your best to be right all the time
To always look your best while dancing, you need to give it your all.
If you dance with me and you like just what you see
If you dance with me and enjoy my moves,
Then I know you'll have this next one with me
I am confident that you will follow me into the next dance.
'Cause we all love freaky dancin' and romancin'
We enjoy dancing in unconventional ways and also romance.
Let's do it some more
Let's continue dancing and enjoying ourselves.
You can't fail once you're freakin'
There is no way to not have fun while dancing unconventionally.
So, shake your pants and we'll party for sure
If you shake your pants and dance with us, we will have a great time at the party.
In order to move like this
To dance unconventionally,
Yes, you gotta have confidence
You need self-confidence and boldness to move your body in unusual ways on the dance floor.
Tell everybody that they'll have to wait
Let others know that they will have to be patient and wait for you to finish your dance moves.
For the nation to participate
For everyone to join in the freaky dance nation-wide.
Shy Town, freaky dancin'
Dancing unconventionally in Chicago.
Detroit, freaky dancin'
Dancing unconventionally in Detroit.
New Port New, freaky dancin'
Dancing unconventionally in Newport News.
And our friends in Baton Rouge
The people we know in Baton Rouge also enjoy unconventional dancing.
If there's some places that you think we missed
If you think we left out any cities on our list of freaky dance locations,
How can you say that with a groove like this
Our music and dancing are so good that it's hard to believe we missed any city.
The other places are just waiting to break
Other cities are just waiting for us to introduce them to freaky dancin'.
Just bring it on on, baby rock and shake
So come on, let's get wild and dance unconventionally together.
They're as freaky as can be
Other cities are equally into unconventional dancing.
Party and shake me all night
Let's dance and party all night long.
You can't fail once you're freakin', my time to freak
I'm ready to dance unconventionally and you can't go wrong while doing so.
So, shake your pants and we'll party for sure
If you shake your pants and dance with me, we'll surely have a good time partying.
We'll party for sure
We are definitely going to have a good time dancing and partying together.
Come on, come on, come on, come on
Let's get excited and dance together!
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LARRY BLACKMON, TOMI JENKINS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@BeDettFree
CAMEO Favorites:
1-Shake Your Pants
2-I Just Want to Be
3-Why Have I Lost You?
4-Rigor Mortis
5-Freaky Dancin' (HOUSTON!)
6-Keep It Hot
7-Candy
8-Your Love Takes Me Out
9-Feel Me
10-Sparkle
11-Cameosis
12-We're Goin Out Tonight
13-Don't Be So Cool
14-Single Life
15-Love You Anyway
16-She's Strange
17-Talkin' Out The Side of Your Neck
18-Back and Forth
19-Hangin' Downtown
20-Word Up
@msfrenchkizz
OMG! This song is still OFF DA CHAIN!!!! I was 15 when it came out and I still ♥ it!
@bface1873
I was 8 when it came out but probably heard it when I was 9 in Nigeria. Just remembered it again yesterday and been playing it since then. Love Cameo a lot - I even wrote my own rap lyrics to my own remake of strange in the 90s
@Michelle.85Fly
Haaaay I was 14…skating daze 😎
@keithhackett7912
I was 16 completing 10th grade when this jam was out.
@cortchiewelch9492
@@bface1873 the 12-inch version has larry trying to rap.
@AbbeyAdeb
OMG! This has been uploaded since 12 years ago?!
It's 21 Nov 2023 & this tune still gets me all freaky like 198X! 🤸🏿♂️🤸🏿♂️🤸🏿♂️
@1mistaGROOVE
😂
@georgesterling7238
'Knights of the Sound Table' was Cameo's best album.
@jamesalston8134
George Sterling I agree
@keithhackett7912
Yes I agree! But their best song my opinion of all time was rigor mortis from 1976,their first hit ever!!!