With his backing group The Shadows, he dominated the British popular music scene in the late 1950s and early 1960s, before and during the The Beatles' first year in the charts. A conversion to Christianity and subsequent softening of his music led to his having more of a pop than rock image. Although never able to achieve the same impact in the United States as in Britain (in spite of several chart hits there), Richard has remained a popular music, film, and television personality in the UK and also retains a following in several other countries.
During the last six decades, Cliff Richard has charted many hit singles, and holds the record (along with Elvis Presley) as the only act to make the UK singles charts in all of its active decades (1950s–2000s). According to his website, he has sold 250 million records over the course of his career. In the British charts alone, Richard has had more than 150 singles, albums and EPs make the top 20.
Do You Wanna Dance?
Cliff Richard & The Shadows Lyrics
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Squeeze me, baby, I'm your man
Oh baby, do you wanna dance?
Well, do you wanna dance under the moonlight?
Squeeze and hug me all through the night?
Oh baby, do you wanna dance?
Do you, do you, do you, do you wanna dance?
Do you, do you, do you, do you wanna dance?
Do you, do you, do you, do you wanna dance?
Do you, do you, do you, do you wanna dance?
Do you, do you, do you, do you wanna dance?
Well, do you wanna dance to a rock and roll band
Come on, baby, give me your hand
Oh baby, do you wanna dance?
Well, do you wanna dance under the moonlight?
Squeeze and hug me all through the night?
Oh baby, do you wanna dance?
Do you, do you, do you, do you wanna dance?
Do you, do you, do you, do you wanna dance?
Do you, do you, do you, do you wanna dance?
Do you, do you, do you, do you wanna dance?
Do you, do you, do you, do you wanna dance?
Do you, do you, do you, do you wanna dance?
The lyrics to Cliff Richard and The Shadows' "Do You Wanna Dance" are a straightforward invitation to dance and spend time together under the moonlight. The singer is asking their potential dance partner if they want to hold hands, hug and dance all night long. The repetition of the question "Do you wanna dance?" throughout the song emphasizes the singer's eagerness to dance and spend time with the person they are addressing.
The song has a nostalgic feel, with its rock and roll band and references to moonlight dances. It's about enjoying the simple pleasures of life, such as dancing and spending time with someone special. The lyrics imply that dancing is not just a physical activity but also a way to connect emotionally with others. The song conveys a sense of joy, freedom and playfulness.
Overall, "Do You Wanna Dance" is a lighthearted, upbeat song that celebrates dancing and human connection. It's a timeless classic that has been covered by many artists and remains a popular song for dancing and listening.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, do you wanna dance and hold my hand
Are you willing to dance with me and hold my hand?
Squeeze me, baby,
I'm your man
Hold me tight, darling, because I'm the man for you
Oh baby, do you wanna dance
Sweetheart, do you desire to dance with me?
Well, do you wanna dance under the moonlight
Would you like to dance with me in the moonlight?
Squeeze and hug me all through the night
Embrace and hold me closely for the entire night
Do you, do you, do you, do you wanna dance
Do you want to dance with me?
Well, do you wanna dance to a rock and roll band
Are you interested in dancing to a rock and roll band with me?
Come on, baby, give me your hand
Come on, sweetheart, take my hand
Do you, do you, do you, do you wanna dance
Do you want to dance with me?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Barry Green, Gerry Shury, Ron Roker
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jackiemreekie4637
Pure, fabulous raw talent from all of them and that voice from sir Cliff...!! . 👏👏👏👏♥️🥂
@artiewithers6980
Great representation of a pre Beatles band. Reminds me of high school dances in the 9th grade. Very sincere performance. Love the way Hank and the rhythm player stroll in for the chorus. Good harmony and guitar solo too.
@alans9806
Rhythm was Bruce Welch, bass Jet Harris and drums Tony Meehan
@jameswood3977
No this was post Jet Harris & Tony Meehan, it’s there replacement’s Brian Locking on bass (first time seen him with a Fender Jazz bass rather than the usual Precision bass) and Brian Bennett on drums who stayed on with them until more recent years
@RFED2O
THANK GOD WE HAVE YOU TUBE !!!
@jasonandlynnechambers3420
This is the best version of this song.
@johnberger4687
A great remake! Bravo to Cliff Richard! Bravo to the Shadows!
@victoriamuehle165
Greetings, thank u SirCliff and the shadows for the invitation to dance to ur joyful music/lyrics -that wakes up the living dead-to be realistic how could u turn such an offer down especially when u love to dance! Ohhhhhh forget the gym today -let’s dance 💃🏽 beautiful Christian Christmas blessings to all!
@philgillies7918
CR and the Shadows were the biggest band in Britain until the Beatles came along. I remember them being all over radio and tv when I was a kid in England.
@driveronezero4364
Geil, handgemachte Musik,- was waren das für Zeiten.