Everybody dance
Chic! Lyrics
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Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Music never lets you down
Puts a smile on your face
Any time, any place
Dancing helps relieve the pain
Soothes your mind, makes you happy again
Listen to those dancing feet
Close your eyes and let go
But it don't mean a thing
If it ain't got that swing
Bop-shoo-wa, bop-shoo-wa, bop-shoo-wa
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Spinning all around the floor
Just like Rogers and Astaire
Who found love without a care
Stepping to our favorite tune
The good times always end too soon
Everybody's dancing
Lift your feet, have some fun
Come on everybody, get on your feet
Clap your hands
Everybody's screaming
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
(Everybody dance)
(Everybody dance)
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(Everybody dance)
(Everybody dance)
(Everybody dance)
(Everybody dance)
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Chic!’s “Everybody Dance” is an upbeat, catchy groovy dance song that encourages everyone to let loose and dance to the music. The repetitive chorus of “Everybody dance, do-do-do, clap your hands, clap your hands” is catchy and catchy, urging listeners to join in the party spirit. The song itself is a paean to the joy and release that can be found in dancing. It offers comfort and solace to those who may be struggling or hurting, reminding them that music and dancing can ease their pain.
The first verse starts with the line “Music never lets you down,” emphasizing the importance of music as a constant comfort and companion in life. It then goes on to describe the power of dancing to ease pain, soothe the mind, and lift the spirits. The second verse references the golden age of Hollywood with the line, “Spinning all around the floor, just like Rogers and Astaire,” and encourages listeners to lift their feet and have some fun. The chorus that follows is a unifying call for everyone to dance and clap their hands together.
Overall, “Everybody Dance” is a joyful, optimistic song that celebrates the power of music and dance to bring people together and uplift the soul.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Let's dance together and have fun while doing it
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Let's show our enthusiasm and excitement through clapping
Music never lets you down
Music will always be there for you, no matter what
Puts a smile on your face
It has the power to lift your mood and bring joy to your life
Any time, any place
You can enjoy music and dancing anywhere, at any time
Dancing helps relieve the pain
Dancing has therapeutic qualities that can help alleviate emotional and physical pain
Soothes your mind, makes you happy again
Dancing can help you relax and forget about your worries, leading to a happier mindset
Listen to those dancing feet
Pay attention to the rhythm and let it guide your movements
Close your eyes and let go
Get lost in the music and let your body move freely without any inhibitions
But it don't mean a thing
Dancing without the right energy and vibe is not worth it
If it ain't got that swing
To truly enjoy dancing, there has to be a certain 'swing' or energy to it
Bop-shoo-wa, bop-shoo-wa, bop-shoo-wa
These sounds represent the beat and rhythm of the music
Spinning all around the floor
Moving and twirling to the rhythm of the music all over the dance floor
Just like Rogers and Astaire
Inspired by famous dancers such as Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers
Who found love without a care
Dancing can be a way to connect with others and find love, without any worries or insecurities
Stepping to our favorite tune
Dancing to a song that we love and enjoy
The good times always end too soon
The joy and excitement of dancing always seem to end too quickly
Lift your feet, have some fun
Encouraging everyone to lift their feet and join in on the fun of dancing
Come on everybody, get on your feet
Inviting everyone to stand up and dance together
Everybody's screaming
The energy and excitement from dancing is so high that it leads to screams of joy
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Nile Rodgers, Bernard Edwards
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@samaduampoma2449
@tony tookie Tony, this was not a lecture (and not meant to be interpreted as such). It was just a recognition of the facts of this performance, and a simple comparison of popular music (by young black people) in 1977 to popular music (by young black people) in 2022. That's all.
Lastly, although I mentioned about rappers/hip-hop artists with their "niggas/hos/bitches" etc., I can't remember any rap artist on interview, defend such language in their music. Shouldn't they be able to say to me "hey Sam, shut up! Talking about bitches/hos/niggas is a good thing!". If you have any footage/interview of a rapper saying just that, I really would like to see it.
See for me, I can (and will) defend "Boogie Oogie Oogie" along with all the disco chants etc., from the 70s all day! The melodies and musicianship was amazing! Even what you may see as "cheesy" lyrics and artists like "The Village People" and YMCA. Yes, I think their music is great (joyful), and will defend them too!
Once again if rappers feel as great about their language, as I do about disco music, they should be willing to defend it as publicly as I do for disco music.
If you have any of that footage I mentioned, please bring it to my attention.
In closing, keep enjoying the magic of Chic!
Sincerely, Sam.
@hamishkay3010
The bass is absolutely incredible and really powerful Chic songs will never get old.
@janekmachnicki2593
So does guitar ;)
@mazumusicstudio1036
CERTAINLY THE BASS LINE IS INCREDIBLE. Pleasure awswering you. matheus zugaib - Brazil
@troyledbetter6597
@MAZUMUSICSTUDIO the bass player is Nile Rogers. He is not only a talented musician but also an excellent song writer! I saw Chich in concert earlier this year and they were excellent!
@vincentberte7675
@Troy Ledbetter Niles Rodgers, dude is a genius, he writes or co writers everything for Chic and others I believe, very talented Man and still is lol y'all have a great weekend now, stay Cool forever
@stephenpreston9328
The bass player is Bernard Edwards. Nile Rogers is the other guitar player.
@domxem5551
Everything is good with this song. The bass, yes the bass. The singer’s voice and her beautiful face. The additional violins. The guitar and the happy simple lyrics
@Thejanjan39
Absolutely agree!
@NormAppleton
Did you mention Bernard?
@Longbeachliner
It really is, this is an awesome beat! I can listen to it over and over!