get down
DJ Sneak Kenny Dope Tara McDonald Terry Hunter & Todd Terry All Stars Lyrics
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And I ask myself why
I'm walking in rhythm to a new beat
Must be the look in your eye
Get down
You are my music fill me up
Here I am
Ooh ooh yeah yeah
This is unusual
It's not like me
To be acting this way
I'm talking in riddles and poetry
No one understands what I say
Get down
You are my music fill me up
Here I am
Keep it spinning till we drop
I don't know why I gotta boogie
Could it be your standing by me
Everything I see so shiny now
Get down
You are my music fill me up
Here I am
Keep it spinning till we drop
Ooh ooh yeah yeah
The lyrics in DJ Sneak Kenny Dope Tara McDonald Terry Hunter & Todd Terry All Stars' song Get Down, describe the feeling of being in love and how it can uplift an individual's mood to a point where they feel like dancing in the streets. The first stanza sets the scene of the individual, skipping along the street, in sync with the rhythm of their own new beat, as if they have found a newfound freedom to express themselves. It is suggested that this newfound freedom is a result of a special look in the eye of their significant other.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Get down" which is a commonly used phrase in disco music and dance culture, with the lyrics also stating, "You are my music fill me up. Here I am, keep it spinning till we drop," indicating that the feeling of love is like music that fills them up and keeps them going. The lyrics also imply that their significant other is responsible for this feeling and is the reason for their uncontrollable urge to dance and celebrate.
The second stanza describes how the individual is acting unusual, speaking in riddles and poetry, making it difficult for anyone else to understand them. This could suggest that the newfound love has caused the individual to express themselves in quirky and unusual ways. The lyrics describe everything they see as being shiny now, which could signify how their perception of the world has changed with the newfound love.
Line by Line Meaning
Lately I'm skipping along the street
Recently, I have been cheerfully walking on the street.
And I ask myself why
I am curious as to why I am behaving in this manner.
I'm walking in rhythm to a new beat
I am moving my feet to an unfamiliar tune.
Must be the look in your eye
I think it's because of the expression in your gaze.
Get down
Let's dance.
You are my music fill me up
You provide me with the rhythm that fills me with energy.
Here I am
I am present and ready to party.
Keep it spinning till we drop
Let's dance until we are exhausted.
Ooh ooh yeah yeah
A joyful expression of excitement and happiness.
This is unusual
My behavior is not typical.
It's not like me
This is out of character for me.
To be acting this way
I am surprised by my actions.
I'm talking in riddles and poetry
I am speaking in a confusing and artistic manner.
No one understands what I say
Others are struggling to comprehend my words.
I don't know why I gotta boogie
I am unsure why I feel the need to dance.
Could it be your standing by me
Perhaps it is because you are by my side.
Everything I see so shiny now
I perceive everything in a bright and sparkling way.
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@gerald7148
For me, the violin strings make this divine. The vocals are tight of course but the horns and baseline compliment each other so well. I just want to get in the middle of the dance floor and jump in place!
@rayfaz4864
loving this tune, had this tune on repeat from london to Manchester drive. Great tune!!!
@richardberry5200
This was such a tune happy vibes if you understand music classssssss
@ismailibizaeivissa2242
Beautiful track
@leandro.barros83
Great track!❤
@rosysperanza8274
Dopo anni l’ascolto ancora come fosse la prima volta
@siphothaisi6907
Excellent finish and klaar.
@cpoole5298
Great Summer track... Very nice tune..
@joostberends7233
Can 't stop dancing!!
@chriscowestwest7515
Came here after hearing Grace Jones "Send in the Clowns" (1977 for godsakes!!), tracked this tune that samples it...knew i'd heard it before, love this too tho'!