Let's dance
Daniel O'Donnell Lyrics


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Hey baby won't you take a chance
Say that you'll let me have this dance
Well let's dance, let's dance.
We'll do the twist, the stomp, the mashed potatoes too
Any old dance that you wanna do
Well let's dance, well let's dance.

Hey baby yeah you thrill the soul
Hold me tight, never let me go
Well let's dance, let's dance.
We'll do the twist, the stomp, the mashed potatoes too
Any old dance that you wanna do
Well let's dance, well let's dance.

Hey baby if you're all alone
Baby you'll let me walk you home
Well let's dance, let's dance.
We'll do the twist, the stomp, the mashed potatoes too
Any old dance that you wanna do
Well let's dance, well let's dance.

Hey baby yeah you swing it right
Yes I know that tonight's the night
Well let's dance, let's dance.
We'll do the twist, the stomp, the mashed potatoes too
Any old dance that you wanna do.




Well let's dance, well let's dance
Well let's dance, well let's dance.

Overall Meaning

The song "Let's Dance" by Daniel O'Donnell is an upbeat and catchy invitation to dance with someone special. The lyrics are simple and straightforward, expressing the desire to dance and have a good time. The opening line, "Hey baby won't you take a chance," speaks to the idea of taking a risk and letting go of inhibitions in order to enjoy the moment. The repetition of the phrase "let's dance" throughout the song reinforces the central theme and creates a sense of energy and excitement.


In terms of the specific dance moves mentioned in the song, the twist, stomp, and mashed potatoes are all popular dances from the 1960s era of rock n' roll. These dances were often performed in groups or with a partner, adding to the social nature of the song's message. The lyrics are also romantic in nature, with lines like "Hold me tight, never let me go" and "Baby you'll let me walk you home" suggesting a deeper connection between the two people dancing.


Overall, "Let's Dance" is a playful and upbeat song that captures the joy and spirit of dancing with someone you care about.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey baby won't you take a chance
Asking the person of interest if they are willing to take a risk and dance with him.


Say that you'll let me have this dance
Asking for permission to dance with the person of interest.


Well let's dance, let's dance.
Enthusiastically agreeing to dance with the person of interest.


We'll do the twist, the stomp, the mashed potatoes too
Proposing to dance various styles with the person of interest.


Any old dance that you wanna do
Encouraging the person of interest to suggest the type of dance they prefer to do.


Hey baby yeah you thrill the soul
Complimenting how attractive and charming the person of interest is.


Hold me tight, never let me go
Expressing the desire to dance close and connected with the person of interest.


Hey baby if you're all alone
Asking the person of interest if they are without company tonight.


Baby you'll let me walk you home
Requesting permission to accompany the person of interest back to their destination after dancing.


Hey baby yeah you swing it right
Complimenting the person of interest on their dancing skills.


Yes I know that tonight's the night
Confidently stating that tonight is the perfect night to dance and be with the person of interest.


Well let's dance, let's dance.
Excitedly emphasizing the desire to dance with the person of interest.


Well let's dance, well let's dance.
Reiterating the eagerness to dance with the person of interest.




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