Twist and Shout
FAMILY ROOM - The Beatles Lyrics


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Well, shake it up, baby, now
Twist and shout
Come on, come on, come, come on, baby, now
Come on and work it on out
Well, work it on out, honey
You know you look so good
You know you got me goin' now
Just like I knew you would

Well, shake it up, baby, now
Twist and shout
Come on, come on, come, come on, baby, now
Come on and work it on out
You know you twist, little girl
You know you twist so fine
Come on and twist a little closer now
And let me know that you're mine, woo

Ah, ah, ah, ah, wow
Baby, now
Twist and shout
Come on, come on, come, come on, baby, now
Come on and work it on out
You know you twist, little girl
You know you twist so fine
Come on and twist a little closer now
And let me know that you're mine
Well, shake it, shake it, shake it, baby, now
Well, shake it, shake it, shake it, baby, now




Well, shake it, shake it, shake it, baby, now
Ah, ah, ah, ah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Twist And Shout" by The Beatles are a fun and lively invitation to let loose and have a good time. The song begins with a call to action, urging someone to shake it up and twist and shout. The repetitive phrases "come on, come on, come, come on, baby, now" emphasize the desire for the listener to join in the energetic dance.


The song's lyrics focus on the physical act of dancing and the excitement it brings. The singer praises the person they are addressing, complimenting their appearance and expressing how they make them feel. The lyrics suggest that this person has the power to get the singer going, indicative of the captivating and infectious nature of their presence.


The repeated phrase "work it on out" reflects the idea of letting go and releasing any inhibitions. It encourages the listener to express themselves physically, emphasizing the connection between dancing and self-expression. The lyrics hint at the idea that dancing together can create a sense of intimacy and companionship, as expressed through the line, "twist a little closer now and let me know that you're mine."


The use of energetic chanting, such as the "ah, ah, ah, ah, wow" towards the middle of the song, along with the repeated phrases, create a sense of enthusiasm and joy. The repetition of the lines "shake it, shake it, shake it, baby, now" further emphasizes the carefree and lively atmosphere of the song.


In summary, "Twist And Shout" encourages listeners to let loose, have fun, and embrace the joy of dancing. The lyrics emphasize the physicality of dance and its ability to uplift and create a sense of connection between people. The song's infectious energy, repetitive phrases, and enthusiastic chanting contribute to its enduring popularity.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, shake it up, baby, now
Get yourself moving and let loose, my dear


Twist and shout
Dance and express your joy loudly


Come on, come on, come, come on, baby, now
Encouraging you to join in and have a great time


Come on and work it on out
Let's release our energy and have fun together


You know you look so good
You are incredibly attractive


You know you got me goin' now
You have ignited my passion and enthusiasm


Just like I knew you would
Exactly how I expected you to


You know you twist, little girl
You have a captivating way of moving, my dear


You know you twist so fine
Your dance moves are exceptionally exquisite


Come on and twist a little closer now
Draw yourself nearer to me as we dance


And let me know that you're mine, woo
Reassure me that you belong to me, expressing excitement


Ah, ah, ah, ah, wow
Sounds of pure delight and amazement


Baby, now
Referring affectionately to the person being addressed


Shake it, shake it, shake it, baby, now
Continue enthusiastically moving your body, my dear


Ah, ah, ah, ah
Exclamations of excitement and pleasure




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bert Russell, Phil Medley

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@sissysakura7676

yes......🥰

@dathyr1

Amazing. I grew up seeing the Beatles on TV back in 1963-1964 and watched them when they premiered live on the Ed Sullivan show. Couldnt hear their songs very well with all the screaming girls in the audience. Keep up the great performances with your songs.

@strandedmusicians

Thanks! I'm glad we appeal to a true Beatles fan.

@sinpex1019

They are The Cute Beetles👍👍👍and can become a great rock band😍

@strandedmusicians

Thanks! I hope they do.

@OLDROCKER123

Great , keep rockin.

@strandedmusicians

Thanks. We will try.

@biwwit6286

i like your performance...good job

@strandedmusicians

thanks!

@gayleford8277

awesome!

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