Having a good time a bottle of red wine things are going my way
Sugar in the morning sugar in the evening everything is just ok
Out on the dancefloor looking for a man or somebody to swing along
Shake it all baby come on all over the night has just begun
And it goes one two three four one step to the left
Three four five six give it all your best
Get your feet down show me here tonight
Everybody shake their hips and get it right
Up on the table close to the ceiling you can really make your day
Sweet Margaritas pina coladas you can have it your own way
No time for sleeping no time for weeping everybody's here to stay
Gathered together now and forever
We're dancing 'till the break of day
And it goes one two three four one step to the left
Three four five six give it all your best
Get your feet down show me here tonight
Everybody shake their hips and get it right
Get your feet down show me here tonight
Everybody shake their hips and get it right
And when tomorrow comes we all know what to do
Just bring along your friends and don't forget your shoes
And it goes one two three four one step to the left
Three four five six give it all your best
Get your feet down show me here tonight
Everybody shake their hips and get it right
And it goes one two three four one step to the left
Three four five six give it all your best
Get your feet down show me here tonight
Everybody shake their hips and get it right
Everybody shake their hips and get it right

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Cliona Hagan's song "1 2 3" describe a fun night out, with the singer enjoying a bottle of red wine and feeling optimistic about everything. She's out on the dancefloor, looking for a man or someone to dance with, and encouraging everyone to join in and shake it all. The song includes instructions for a basic dance routine, with steps to the left and the right, and a call for everyone to give it their all.

The lyrics emphasize the importance of having a good time and letting loose with friends. There's no time for sleeping or weeping, and everyone is there to stay and dance until the break of day. The song acts as an invitation to join in the fun, with the suggestion to bring along friends and make a night of it.

Overall, the lyrics to "1 2 3" paint a picture of a carefree evening filled with dancing, drinking, and good friends, and encourage listeners to let go of their worries and join in the festivities.

Line by Line Meaning

Having a good time a bottle of red wine things are going my way
I am enjoying myself and feeling happy with a bottle of red wine. Everything is going well for me.

Sugar in the morning sugar in the evening everything is just ok
There is sweetness in my life both in the morning and in the evening. Everything is just fine.

Out on the dancefloor looking for a man or somebody to swing along
I am on the dance floor hoping to find a partner to dance and swing along with me.

Shake it all baby come on all over the night has just begun
Let loose and dance all night long because the night has just begun.

And it goes one two three four one step to the left
The dance steps are simple as you only need to take one step to the left after the count of four.

Three four five six give it all your best
Put in your best effort by stepping to the right after the count of six.

Get your feet down show me here tonight
Put your feet down on the dance floor and let's dance together tonight.

Everybody shake their hips and get it right
It's all about shaking your hips and getting the dance steps right.

Up on the table close to the ceiling you can really make your day
If you dance on the table and reach for the ceiling, you'll feel truly alive and have a great day.

Sweet Margaritas pina coladas you can have it your own way
You can have the beverage of your choice, such as sweet Margaritas or pina coladas, to enjoy however you like.

No time for sleeping no time for weeping everybody's here to stay
There's no time for rest or sadness because everyone is here to dance and enjoy the night.

Gathered together now and forever We're dancing 'till the break of day
We are all gathered together and will dance until the sun rises and the day begins.

And when tomorrow comes we all know what to do Just bring along your friends and don't forget your shoes
We all know that when tomorrow comes, we'll do it all again. Bring your friends and don't forget to wear your dancing shoes.

Everybody shake their hips and get it right
Once again, it's all about shaking your hips and getting the dance steps right.

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