Identified in the late 1980s with the 'Brit Pack' of new young British actors headed by Gary Oldman, Firth's rise to stardom progressed at a slower pace than many of his contemporaries. It was not until his portrayal of Mr. Darcy in the 1995 television adaptation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice that Firth became a household name. The show was a hit in the UK and USA and established him as a light comic leading man. This led to roles in films such as The English Patient, Bridget Jones's Diary (for which he was nominated for a BAFTA), Shakespeare in Love, and Love Actually. In 2009 he received widespread critical acclaim for his leading role in A Single Man, for which Firth gained his first Academy Award nomination, and won a BAFTA Award.
In 2011, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and was also selected as one of The Time 100. He was awarded an honorary degree from the University of Winchester in 2007, and was made a Freeman of the City of London in 2012. Firth has campaigned for the rights of indigenous tribal peoples and is a member of Survival International. He has also campaigned on issues of asylum seekers and refugees' rights and the environment. Firth commissioned and is credited as a co-author on a scientific paper on a study into the differences in brain structure between people of differing political orientations.
Dancing Queen
Colin Firth Lyrics
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Having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl, watch that scene
Digging the dancing queen
Friday night and the lights are low
Looking out for the place to go
Where they play the right music, getting in the swing
Anybody could be that guy
Night is young and the music's high
With a bit of rock music, everything is fine
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance
You are the dancing queen
Young and sweet, only seventeen
Dancing queen
Feel the beat from the tambourine, oh yeah
You can dance, you can jive
Having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl, watch that scene
Digging the dancing queen
You're a teaser, you turn them on
Leave them burning and then you're gone
Looking out for another, anyone will do
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance
You are the dancing queen
Young and sweet, only seventeen
Dancing queen
Feel the beat from the tambourine, oh yeah
You can dance, you can jive
Having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl, watch that scene
Digging the dancing queen
Digging the dancing queen
Digging the dancing queen
The lyrics of Colin Firth's song Dancing Queen describe a young, beautiful girl who loves to dance and is the center of attention on the dance floor. The song portrays a Friday night atmosphere with dimmed lights and the search for the perfect place to dance. It describes how one can get lost in the music and feel the beat of the tambourine. The song emphasizes the idea that anyone can be the king or queen of the dance floor and the age or background does not matter.
The chorus of the song repeats the lyrics "You are the dancing queen" as a celebration of the main character's love for dancing. It further describes her as a teaser, who turns people on and then leaves them burning while searching for another person to dance with. The song captures the energy of a Friday night and portrays the image of young individuals finding love and joy on the dance floor.
Overall, the lyrics of Dancing Queen by Colin Firth are a celebration of youthfulness and the freedom of expression that comes with dancing. The song communicates the energy of a Friday night and how music can unite people from various backgrounds into one collective group having the time of their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh, you can dance, you can jive
You are a talented dancer
Having the time of your life
You are greatly enjoying yourself
Ooh, see that girl, watch that scene
You notice that girl and appreciate her dancing performance
Digging the dancing queen
You admire and enjoy the dancing of the young girl
Friday night and the lights are low
It's a typical fun-filled weekend night out
Looking out for the place to go
You're searching for the perfect spot to have fun
Where they play the right music, getting in the swing
You like a place with the type of music that inspires you to dance
You come to look for a king
You want to have a good time and enjoy being treated like royalty
Anybody could be that guy
You're open to meeting new people and having fun with anyone
Night is young and the music's high
It's early in the evening and the party's just getting started
With a bit of rock music, everything is fine
The party is going well with the perfect music selection
You're in the mood for a dance
You are feeling energetic and ready to dance
And when you get the chance
You will take the opportunity to dance when it presents itself
You are the dancing queen
You are an excellent dancer
Young and sweet, only seventeen
You're youthful and lovely, and your prime has only just begun
Feel the beat from the tambourine, oh yeah
You are letting the rhythm move you as you dance
You're a teaser, you turn them on
You're good-looking and flirtatious, so you attract attention
Leave them burning and then you're gone
You enjoy leaving people wanting more
Looking out for another, anyone will do
You're open to socializing and dancing with anybody
Digging the dancing queen
Everyone is enjoying watching the impressive young dancer
Digging the dancing queen
Everyone continues to enjoy watching the impressive young dancer
Lyrics © DistroKid, CONSALAD CO., Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus, Stig Erik Leopold Anderson
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