Dancing Queen
Dan Baird & The Yayhoos Lyrics
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You can jive
Having the time of your life
See that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen
Friday night and the lights are low
Where they play the right music
Getting in the swing
You come to look for a king
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
You can dance
You can jive
Having the time of your life
See that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen
You're a teaser, you turn 'em on
Leave 'em 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
You can dance
You can jive
Having the time of your life
See that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen
The lyrics to Dan Baird & The Yayhoos's song "Dancing Queen" capture the joyous spirit of dancing and living in the moment. The song invites the listener to join in on the celebration with lyrics like "You can dance, you can jive / Having the time of your life". The scene is set on a Friday night with the lights dimmed low and the search for a place to let loose begins. The singer sets their sights on finding a king to dance with for the night, but anybody will do in a pinch. The music takes over, and all that matters is moving to the beat.
The titular "dancing queen" is portrayed as a young and sweet seventeen-year-old who can't resist the call to dance, and who has the power to turn anyone on with her teasing moves. However, the dancing queen is also portrayed as fleeting and illusive, leaving her admirers burning after she's gone. The song captures the magic of the moment, the temporary respite from daily life that dancing can bring. The tambourine helps to emphasize the beat and encourage the listener to join in on the fun.
Line by Line Meaning
You can dance
You are free to move your body in whatever way you choose.
You can jive
You can dance to the upbeat music, in particular to 70's disco music.
Having the time of your life
You are enjoying yourself fully and having an amazing experience.
See that girl
Notice the young lady on the dance floor.
Watch that scene
Observe the captivating atmosphere and surroundings of the nightclub.
Dig in the dancing queen
Join in by following the lead of the girl who is the center of attention while dancing like a queen.
Friday night and the lights are low
It is the start of the weekend and the lights are dimmed, signaling the shift from work to the start of the partying period.
Looking out for a place to go
Searching for a place to spend the night, with friends or by oneself.
Where they play the right music
Finding a place where they cater to the type of music you enjoy listening to and dancing to.
Getting in the swing
Adjusting to the atmosphere and starting to feel the urge to dance.
You come to look for a king
You desire to find a guy to dance with who will treat you like a queen and be the center of your attention.
Anybody could be that guy
Any guy has a chance to approach, show their dance moves and be the chosen one to dance with.
Night is young and the music's high
It is still early, and the night is full of hope and the music is energizing.
With a bit of rock music
If they play some rock music as well, it is alright since it has some similarity to disco.
Everything is fine
All is well, there's nothing to worry about, and everyone can enjoy the dance.
You're in the mood for a dance
Feeling the call to move your body and show off some of your dance moves.
And when you get the chance
Waiting for an opportunity to make your way to the dance floor to show your moves.
You are the dancing queen
You are the star of the dance floor, and everyone is enjoying your moves.
Young and sweet
You are still young and adorable.
Only seventeen
You are still a teenager, and there is a lot of youthfulness that remains in you.
Feel the beat from the tambourine
Sense the vibrancy and excitement coming from the musical instrument while you continue to dance.
You're a teaser, you turn 'em on
You have a magnetic pull, and everybody is drawn to you because of your style and energy.
Leave 'em burning and then you're gone
You ignite their passion and excitement, and then you leave the scene, leaving them yearning for more.
Looking out for another
You are still searching for connections that could last more than just one dance.
Anyone will do
You have an open mind about who you will dance with as long as they perform and meet your expectations.
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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