At the hop
Danny Lyrics


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Bah-bah-bah-bah, bah-bah-bah-bah
Bah-bah-bah-bah, bah-bah-bah-bah, at the hop

Well, you can rock it you can roll it
You can stop and you can stroll it at the hop
When the record starts spinnin'
You chalypso when you chicken at the hop
Do the dance sensation that is sweepin' the nation at the hop

Let's go to the hop
Let's go to the hop (oh baby)
Let's go to the hop (oh baby)
Let's go to the hop
Come on, let's go to the hop

Well, you can swing it you can groove it
You can really start to move it at the hop
Where the jockey is the smoothest
And the music is the coolest at the hop
All the cats and chicks gonna get their kicks at the hop
Let's go

Let's go to the hop
Let's go to the hop (oh baby)
Let's go to the hop (oh baby)
Let's go to the hop
Come on, let's go to the hop
Let's go

Well, you can rock it you can roll it
Do the stomp and even stroll it at the hop
When the record starts spinnin'
You chalypso when you chicken at the hop
Do the dance sensation that is sweepin' the nation at the hop

You can swing it you can groove it
You can really start to move it at the hop
Where the jockey is the smoothest
And the music is the coolest at the hop
All the cats and chicks gonna get their kicks at the hop
Let's go

Let's go to the hop
Let's go to the hop (oh baby)
Let's go to the hop (oh baby)
Let's go to the hop
Come on, let's go to the hop





Bah-bah-bah-bah, bah-bah-bah-bah
Bah-bah-bah-bah, bah-bah-bah-bah, at the hop

Overall Meaning

"At the Hop" is a song by Danny & The Juniors that was written in 1957. The song's lyrics are about teenagers wanting to go to the hop and dance to the latest music. They sing about different dance moves and encourage everyone to come along and dance. The chorus of the song repeats "Let's go to the hop" multiple times, creating a sense of excitement and anticipation for the dance.


The lyrics also highlight the popularity of certain dance moves at the time, such as the cha-cha, the chicken, and the stomp. These were all popular dances that teenagers would do at dances like "the hop." The song also celebrates the smoothness of the DJ or "jockey" who would play the cool and trendy music at these events.


Overall, the song captures the excitement and energy of teenage culture in the 1950s. It's an upbeat song that encourages people to get up and dance, and celebrates the joy of being young and carefree.


Line by Line Meaning

Bah-bah-bah-bah, bah-bah-bah-bah
Nonsensical syllables used for rhythm and style in the song


at the hop
Referring to a popular dance party or gathering


Well, you can rock it you can roll it
The dancers have the freedom to express themselves and move however they want


You can stop and you can stroll it at the hop
Dancers can switch up their moves and also take a break from the faster-paced dancing


When the record starts spinnin'
The music is playing and the party is getting started


You chalypso when you chicken at the hop
Instructions for dance moves: combining the cha-cha and calypso or chicken dance


Do the dance sensation that is sweepin' the nation at the hop
Join in on the popular dance trend that everyone is doing at these gatherings


Let's go to the hop
Encouraging others to attend the dance party


Come on, let's go to the hop
Further encouragement to join in on the fun


Well, you can swing it you can groove it
More freedom for dancers to move and express themselves


Where the jockey is the smoothest
The DJ is playing the best music and creating a great atmosphere for the party


And the music is the coolest at the hop
The music being played is trendy and enjoyable for all


All the cats and chicks gonna get their kicks at the hop
Everyone attending the party is going to have a great time and enjoy themselves


Do the stomp and even stroll it at the hop
More dance move instructions for attendees


Let's go
Expressing excitement and readiness to attend the party


Bah-bah-bah-bah, bah-bah-bah-bah
Reiterating the nonsensical syllables used for rhythm and style in the song




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Arthur Singer, Dave White, John Madara

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@markmmv

In the 1950s, a sub-genre of rock 'n' roll — rockabilly, was also popular. You can listen to these RAW rockabilly songs:

"Switchblade", Ron Thompson (1959)
"Rock On The Moon", Jimmy Stewart (1959)

"Please Give Me Something", Bill Allen (1958)
"Love Me", The Phantom (1958)
"Right Behind You Baby", Ray Smith (1958)
"Messed Up", Bill Swing (1958)
"Hocus Pocus", The Raiders (1958)

"Bertha Lou", Johnny Faire (1957)
"Baby She's Gone", Jack Scott (1957)
"Sputnik", Jerry Engler (1957)
"Hot Shot", Ronnie Pearson (1957)

"The Train Kept A-Rollin'", Johnny Burnette (1956)
"Sixteen Chicks", Joe Clay (1956)
"Round and Round", Andy Starr (1956)
"Come On Little Mama", Ray Harris (1956)
"Hot Rock", Johnny Carroll (1956)
"Big Sandy", Bobby Roberts (1956)
"Let's Bop", Jack Earls (1956)
"I Can't Hardly Stand It", Charlie Feathers (1956)
"Who Slapped John?", Gene Vincent (1956)

"Gone, Gone, Gone", Carl Perkins (1955)
"Love Me", Jimmy Lee & Wayne Walker (1955)



@Robert-rr7kw

Born , in
" The Winter of LOVE "
... as a drummer weened on Led-ZePPelin and now apart of the Denver Family of Blues Musicians,here along the Front Range mountains here in Colorado, ...you can also the living heck out of a sing like this in the snare !!

My parents dance music



- a drummer



All comments from YouTube:

@wrenspence1936

I'm 72 now. I grew up with this music and I still love and appreciate it!

@mikekirschnick4440

Much love to you from Germany 💖

@Sillylittlegirl2024

I'm 12 and I wish things were like the 50's again

@kristynhoffner3076

I’m 28 and can’t get enough. Songs from my grandparents days just hit different

@wrenspence1936

@@kristynhoffner3076 I'm 75, your 28! It's amazing how 50's music can bring us together, isn't it!!!

@candlelight3232

@@wrenspence1936 Your comment is wonderful.....It shows, that 'young' and 'old' can have a connecting basis.....by the way, I'm 69 and I like these music very much.....

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@rebekah4405

Loving it and I'm only 44, this is my happy music🎉 🎵🎵🎵

@elikerwood5263

I might have not been born in the 50s but I would die to relive the 50s

@billwhitman5705

This was the first record I bought, happy days I’m almost 80 still enjoying life.

@williamhenry9609

William Henry
My dear friend Martin Clarkr passed recently. He loved this song. Rest in heaven be at peace. You are singing with the Angels

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