Casanovas is a Swedish dansband established in 1989 in Vadstena, Sweden. They won the Svenska dansbandsmästerskapen, the Swedish Dansband Competition in 1998 with Andreas Hedenskog as vocalist. The present line-up of the band is Henrik Sethsson on vocals (who has replaced Hedenskog), Jimmy Lindberg on guitar, Stefan Ryding on bass and Hans Plahn on drums.
Their album Livet börja nu released on 30 May 2012 entered the official Swedish Albums Chart at #6 in its initial week of release
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SHAKE IT
Casanovas Lyrics
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You got the shakes from your head to your feet
I was just gonna say, but I won't anyway
Word up, damn straight, I'll take it
Ooh, you just gotta shake it
You move like the crack of a whip
And you slide your tongue on your lips
Word up, damn straight, I'll take it
Ooh, you just gotta shake it
I was just gonna say, but I won't anyway
Word up, damn straight, I'll take it
Ooh, you just gotta shake it
Ooh yeah
Mmm yeah
Shake it, shake it
Ooh come on baby just shake it, shake it, shake it
Ooh shake it, shake it, shake it
Aww yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
Oooh c'mon, shake it, shake it
Aww yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
Oooh c'mon!
The lyrics of Casanovas' song "Shake It" depict a man who is entranced by a woman's movement and energy as he observes her on the street. The song begins with the woman standing downtown and shaking with nervous energy from her head down to her feet. The singer is clearly attracted to her, saying that he was about to say something to her, but decides against it. He conveys a blunt message that he is interested in her and is willing to pursue her, using the phrases "word up" and "damn straight" to signify his resoluteness. The chorus emphasizes the woman's powerful physical presence, likening her movements to the crack of a whip and the slide of her tongue on her lips.
As the song progresses, the singer reaffirms his interest in a more overt manner, saying he doesn't want to leave if the woman doesn't want him to. He expresses his attraction through language, repeating the same phrases used in the chorus to communicate his desire. The song repeatedly emphasizes the concept of "shaking it" as a way to convey the woman's excitability and sensuality.
Overall, the lyrics of "Shake It" are straightforward, detailing the singer's attraction to a woman based on her physical presence and energy. The repetition of key phrases in the lyrics emphasizes the singer's fixation on the woman.
Line by Line Meaning
Well you stood downtown on my street
You were on my street feeling nervous or scared.
You got the shakes from your head to your feet
You were trembling or shaking with anxiety or excitement.
I was just gonna say, but I won't anyway
I was going to say something, but I've decided not to.
Word up, damn straight, I'll take it
I completely agree with you and will accept what you are offering.
Ooh, you just gotta shake it
You need to let loose and dance or move your body in a lively way.
You move like the crack of a whip
Your movements are sharp and swift, like the sound of a whip cracking.
And you slide your tongue on your lips
You are sensually licking or running your tongue over your lips.
And I don't wanna go if you don't wanna know
I don't want to leave if you are not interested in learning more or getting to know me.
Ooh yeah
Expressing a feeling of excitement or enthusiasm.
Mmm yeah
Expressing pleasure or approval.
Shake it, shake it
Move your body energetically and with rhythm.
Ooh come on baby just shake it, shake it, shake it
Encouragement to dance or move your body in a lively manner.
Aww yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
Expressing excitement or enthusiasm.
Oooh c'mon, shake it, shake it
Encouragement to dance or move your body in a lively manner.
Aww yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
Expressing excitement or enthusiasm.
Oooh c'mon!
Invitation to join in and participate in an energetic activity.
Contributed by Emily R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@alanstrom2221
The Casanovas don't sound much like AC/DC when you analyse it intelligently.
That's a myth that's been perpetuated by 'lazy minded punters' who heard an ignorant journalist make the claim very early in the Band's existence.
They are the same 'lazy minded punters' that claim that Adam & The Ants are a 'One Hit Wonder'
I can name at least 6 Hit songs they had in Australia alone.
The same 'lamebrain & lazy minded punters' that claim Flock of Seagulls were 'One Hit Wonders' yet they had at least 3 charting Hit songs in Australia.
I bought the 12" vinyl record of "Space Age Love Song" & the 7" vinyl of "Wishing"
The same 'lamebrain & lazy minded punters' that claim Status Quo only play 3 chords, when QUO actually play multiple chords and are two of the most versatile & talented Guitarists to walk the Planet.
I think The Casanovas sound far more creative and diverse than any of the Bands that they've been influenced by.
At the very least there's 3-5% AC/DC, some ZZ Top, KIss, Ted Nugent,
Rose Tattoo, Status Quo, Motorhead, Turbo Negro, Cheap Trick etc.
"The Casanovas Influences Aren’t Quite What They Seem"
Whereas the above mentioned Bands deviate from what sounds good and effective, The Casanovas stay on track and don't change the necessary ingredients.
@alanstrom2221
The Casanovas don't sound much like AC/DC when you analyse it intelligently.
That's a myth that's been perpetuated by 'lazy minded punters' who heard an ignorant journalist make the claim very early in the Band's existence.
They are the same 'lazy minded punters' that claim that Adam & The Ants are a 'One Hit Wonder'
I can name at least 6 Hit songs they had in Australia alone.
The same 'lamebrain & lazy minded punters' that claim Flock of Seagulls were 'One Hit Wonders' yet they had at least 3 charting Hit songs in Australia.
I bought the 12" vinyl record of "Space Age Love Song" & the 7" vinyl of "Wishing"
The same 'lamebrain & lazy minded punters' that claim Status Quo only play 3 chords, when QUO actually play multiple chords and are two of the most versatile & talented Guitarists to walk the Planet.
I think The Casanovas sound far more creative and diverse than any of the Bands that they've been influenced by.
At the very least there's 3-5% AC/DC, some ZZ Top, KIss, Ted Nugent,
Rose Tattoo, Status Quo, Motorhead, Turbo Negro, Cheap Trick etc.
"The Casanovas Influences Aren’t Quite What They Seem"
Whereas the above mentioned Bands deviate from what sounds good and effective, The Casanovas stay on track and don't change the necessary ingredients.
@prolific9002
THE most underrated and undervalued band in Australia. These guys rock.
@travelertrash1153
Amen
@darrenmoses3385
or maybe even the hoodoo gurus...
@narcissus79
@@darrenmoses3385 hoodoo gurus get plenty of recognition - and well deserved, but the Casanovas never got the recognition they deserve for being such a ripper band!
@crsnvll
Fucking great song! I have ordered both albums off the back on F1 2011
@paustjohn
Always been a huge fan of qualitytunes from Australia! This band proves why!
@alanstrom2221
If I was asked who my Top Ten Australian Bands of all time were, then THE CASANOVAS would on the list. This is a real Rock Band.
I saw them 100 times. Damo breaking a Bass string was a regular occurrence. Awesome.
@DoubtingThomas333
Hear Hear
@rubberrecords
Good to hear - new Casanovas album starts recording this month!
@Renithe1
This intro is epic!