2005–10: Early work and Tyler Perry's House of Payne
McClain was discovered in 2005 by a music executive who heard her sing and encouraged director Rob Hardy to audition her for his 2005 feature film The Gospel alongside Boris Kodjoe and Idris Elba. Her role caught the attention of Tyler Perry, who cast her as Jazmine Payne in the television series Tyler Perry's House of Payne.
She appears in the movie Daddy's Little Girls. Her real sisters, Sierra and Lauryn, play her older sisters in the film. Her father, Michael McClain, is a music producer. Her mother, Shontell, is a songwriter. McClain appeared in and guest starred in various other shows and movies such as Hannah Montana, NCIS and the 2009 film Hurricane Season. She also appeared in the movie Grown Ups as Charlotte McKenzie. In the same year, she landed a recurring role as Kiara on Jonas L.A. and was featured on the soundtrack
2011–present: A.N.T. Farm and music career
McClain appeared on the Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place in 2011 as Tina in the two-part episode "Wizards vs. Angels". She plays an angel. In 2011, McClain was cast as the lead role in the Disney Channel series A.N.T. Farm along with Sierra McCormick, Jake Short, Carlon Jeffery, and Stefanie Scott. For the show, McClain recorded a cover of Taio Cruz's "Dynamite". She also sings the series theme song, "Exceptional". China Anne's first music video, for "Dynamite", premiered on July 23, 2011 on the Disney Channel. After less than a week, more than 1 million views on youtube.com were reported. She has appeared in an episode of PrankStars.
As of June 14, 2011, McClain was signed with Hollywood Records.
The A.N.T. Farm soundtrack is to be released on October 18, 2011, featuring China Anne's version of 'Dynamite' by Taio Cruz
China Anne McClain was born in Atlanta, Georgia where she also goes to school. Both of her sisters also act. She enjoys reading. The Hunger Games and the Twilight series are among her favorites. along with the Percy Jackson series. She enjoys listening to music by Plies.
Dynamite
China Anne McClain Lyrics
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Sayin' ayo, gotta let go
And I wanna celebrate and live my life
Sayin' ayo, baby let's go
I came to dance-dance-dance-dance
I hit the floor 'cause that's my plans-plans-plans-plans
I'm wearin' all my favorite brands-brands-brands-brands
Yeah, yeah
Cause it goes on, and on, and on
And it goes on, and on, and on
I throw my hands up in the air sometimes
Sayin' ayo, gotta let go
And I wanna celebrate and live my life
Sayin' ayo, baby let's go
Cause we gon' rock this club
We gon' go all night
And we gon' light it up
Like it's dynamite
Cause I told you once
Now I told you twice
We gon' light it up
Like it's dynamite
I'm gonna take it all, I
I'm gonna be the last one standin'
I'm over all, I
I'm gonna be the last one landin'
Cause I-I-I, believe it
And I-I-I, I just want it all
I just want it all
I'm gonna put my hands in the air
Put my hands in the air
Put your hands in the air
Ugh
Come on!
Woo!
Throw my hands up in the air sometimes
Sayin' ayo, gotta let go
And I wanna celebrate and live my life
Sayin' ayo, baby let's go
Cause we gon' rock this club
We gon' go all night
And we gon' light it up
Like it's dynamite
Cause I told you once
Now I told you twice
We gon' light it up
Like it's dynamite
Like it's dynamite
The lyrics of "Dynamite" by China Anne McClain exude a sense of enthusiasm and excitement, encouraging listeners to let go of their inhibitions and live life to the fullest. The opening lines "I throw my hands up in the air sometimes/Sayin' ayo, gotta let go" suggest a willingness to surrender oneself to the moment and let the good times roll. The repetition of "ayo" throughout the song adds to this sense of abandon and recklessness. The lyrics also encourage others to join in the celebration, with lines like "Sayin' ayo, baby let's go" and "Put your hands in the air."
The chorus is the focal point of the song, with its catchy melody and refrain of "Cause we gon' light it up/Like it's dynamite." The metaphor of dynamite is used to describe the explosive energy and excitement of the party, with the lyrics suggesting that the celebration will continue all night long. The bridge further emphasizes this sense of determination and ambition, with lines like "I'm gonna take it all, I/I'm gonna be the last one standin'" and "I just want it all." The entire song encourages listeners to embrace their inner party animal and live life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
I throw my hands up in the air sometimes
I express my joy and excitement by raising my hands up in the air
Sayin' ayo, gotta let go
I'm exclaiming 'ayo' and I need to let go of any worries or stress to fully enjoy myself
And I wanna celebrate and live my life
I want to commemorate and enjoy my life to the fullest
Sayin' ayo, baby let's go
I'm excitedly encouraging someone to join me and enjoy the moment
I came to dance-dance-dance-dance
I came here to dance, and I want to dance a lot
I hit the floor 'cause that's my plans-plans-plans-plans
I'm immediately dancing because that's what I planned to do
I'm wearin' all my favorite brands-brands-brands-brands
I'm wearing all of my preferred clothing brands because I want to feel confident and comfortable
Give me some space for both my hands-hands-hands-hands
Please make room for me to move my arms freely while I'm dancing
Cause it goes on, and on, and on
The music and the good vibes keep going and going
Cause we gon' rock this club
We're going to liven up and energize this club
We gon' go all night
We're going to party the entire night
And we gon' light it up
We're going to create an exciting atmosphere
Like it's dynamite
Like an explosive and powerful force
Cause I told you once
I've already said it before
Now I told you twice
I'm repeating myself to make sure you understand
I'm gonna take it all, I
I want to take everything this moment has to offer
I'm gonna be the last one standin'
I'm going to continue dancing and celebrating even when others are tired or done
I'm over all, I
I am in control and I am confident in myself
I'm gonna be the last one landin'
Even when the night is over, I am going to finish strong
Cause I-I-I, believe it
I truly believe in myself and my ability to make the most of this moment
And I-I-I, I just want it all
I want to take advantage of every opportunity presented to me
I'm gonna put my hands in the air
I'm going to continue to express my excitement and enjoyment by raising my hands
Ugh
An exclamation used to express frustration or annoyance
Come on!
An encouraging phrase to motivate people to keep dancing and enjoying the moment
Woo!
An exclamation used to express excitement or enthusiasm
Like it's dynamite
We're going to party hard like an explosive force
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Benjamin Levin, Bonnie Leigh McKee, Lukasz Gottwald, Martin Sandberg, Taio Cruz
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@biancamagaldi4793
I throw my hands up in the air sometimes
Saying 'hey oh'
Gotta let go
Now I wanna celebrate and live my life
Saying 'hey oh'
Baby, let's go
…
I came to dance, dance, dance, dance
I hit the floor
'Cause that's my plans, plans, plans, plans
I'm wearing all my favorite brands, brands, brands, brands
Give me space for both my hands, hands, hands, hands, hands
…
You , you
…
'Cause it goes on and on and on...
And it goes on and on and on...
…
I throw my hands up in the air sometimes
Saying 'hey oh'
Gotta let go
Now I wanna celebrate and live my life
Saying 'hey oh'
Baby, let's go
…
'Cause we gon' rock this club,
We gon' go all night,
We gon' light it up,
Like it's dynamite
…
'Cause I told you once,
Now I told you twice,
We gon' light it up
Like it's dynamite
…
I'm gonna take it all...like
I'm gonna be the last one standing
I'm over it all... like
I'm gonna be the last one landing
Because I, I, I, believe it
And I, I, I
…
I just want it all
I just want it all
I'm gonna put my hands up in the air
Hands in the air
Put your hands up in the air
…
Uh...
Come on...
Ooh...
…
I throw my hands up in the air sometimes,
Saying 'hey oh'
Gotta let go
Now I wanna celebrate and live my life,
Saying 'hey oh'
Baby, let's go
…
'Cause we gon' rock this club,
We gon' go all night,
We gon' light it up,
Like it's dynamite
…
'Cause I told you once,
Now I told you twice,
We gon' light it up
Like it's dynamite!
Like it's dynamite!
@yamerisvaldez7200
I throw my hands up in the air sometimes
Sayin' ayo, gotta let go
And I wanna celebrate and live my life
Sayin' ayo, baby let's go
I came to dance-dance-dance-dance
I hit the floor 'cause that's my plans-plans-plans-plans
I'm wearin' all my favorite brands-brands-brands-brands
Give me some space for both my hands-hands-hands-hands
Yeah, yeah
Cause it goes on, and on, and on
And it goes on, and on, and on
I throw my hands up in the air sometimes
Sayin' ayo, gotta let go
And I wanna celebrate and live my life
Sayin' ayo, baby let's go
Cause we gon' rock this club
We gon' go all night
And we gon' light it up
Like it's dynamite
Cause I told you once
Now I told you twice
We gon' light it up
Like it's dynamite
I'm gonna take it all, I
I'm gonna be the last one standin'
I'm over all, I
I'm gonna be the last one landin'
Cause I-I-I, believe it
And I-I-I, I just want it all
I just want it all
I'm gonna put my hands in the air
Put my hands in the air
Put your hands in the air
Ugh
Come on!
Woo!
Throw my hands up in the air sometimes
Sayin' ayo, gotta let go
And I wanna celebrate and live my life
Sayin' ayo, baby let's go
Cause we gon' rock this club
We gon' go all night
And we gon' light it up
Like it's dynamite
Cause I told you once
Now I told you twice
We gon' light it up
Like it's dynamite
Like it's dynamite
@iliana7317
I really miss the old Disney ...
Dog with a blog
Austin and Ally
Good luck Charlie
Wizards of Waverly place
A.N.T. farm
The suite life on deck
Shake it up
Jessie
Hannah Montana
That's so raven
Liv and maddy
Girl meets the world
I think I have forgot some but I miss them all ! I really miss the old times 😭😭
@DisneyMusicVEVO
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@SomosBia
no
@SomosBia
no, thanks.
@makaylaclements2273
@@SomosBia same
@ahmedsalem-mb4oy
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@CAPRlSONGS
Let’s be honest, this wasn’t in your recommended, you searched for this.
@dominicthomas6472
I searched for it
Jk
@linel1295
Recommended actually. I recently search Coco Jones and what had happen to her and now Disney is everywhere
@Lia-sz6pm
It was -_-
@thenextgeneration8293
Sure did 😭