Dance Monkey
First to Eleven Lyrics
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Take your hand, my dear, and place them both in mine
You know you stopped me dead when I was passing by
And now I beg to see you dance just one more time
Ooh I see you, see you, see you every time
And oh my I, I like your style
You, you make me, make me, make me wanna cry
So I say
Dance for me, dance for me, dance for me, oh, oh, oh
I′ve never seen anybody do the things you do before
They say move for me, move for me, move for me, ay, ay, ay
And when you're done I′ll make you do it all again
I said oh my god I see you walking by
Take my hands, my dear, and look me in my eyes
Just like a monkey I've been dancing my whole life
And you just beg to see me dance just one more time
Ooh I see you, see you, see you every time
And oh my I, I like your style
You, you make me, make me, make me wanna cry
And now I beg to see you dance just one more time
So I say
Dance for me, dance for me, dance for me, oh, oh, oh
I've never seen anybody do the things you do before
They say move for me, move for me, move for me, ay, ay, ay
And when you′re done I′ll make you do it all again
They say
Dance for me, dance for me, dance for me, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
I've never seen anybody do the things you do before
They say move for me, move for me, move for me, ay, ay, ay
And when you′re done I'll make you do it all again
Ooh
Woah-oh, woah-oh, oh
Ooh
Ah ah, ah ah, ay
They say
Dance for me, dance for me, dance for me, oh, oh, oh
I′ve never seen anybody do the things you do before
They say move for me, move for me, move for me, ay, ay, ay
And when you're done I′ll make you do it all again
They say
Dance for me, dance for me, dance for me, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
I've never seen anybody do the things you do before
They say move for me, move for me, move for me, ay, ay, ay
And when you're done I′ll make you do it all again
All again
The lyrics to the song 'Dance Monkey' by First to Eleven are all about a person telling another person to dance for them. The first verse suggests that the person singing the song has seen the other person shine and they want to hold both their hands. The other person has captured their attention and they want to see them dance just one more time. The chorus repeats this desire to see the other person dance and enjoy their style. The second verse switches perspective, with the singer saying that they have been dancing their whole life, much like a monkey. They want the other person to look them in the eyes and dance for them as they have been doing it all along.
The song is all about the desire to be seen, appreciated and wanted by another person. The way the person dances is captivating to the singer and they want to see it more and more. They don't want to let go of this feeling of excitement and joy that comes from watching the other person dance. It's a simple sentiment, but one that many can relate to. The song has a fun, upbeat pop vibe that matches the message of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
They say oh my god I see the way you shine
I am in awe of the radiance that exudes from your person
Take your hand, my dear, and place them both in mine
Come closer and let me hold you
You know you stopped me dead when I was passing by
You caught my attention and left me breathless
And now I beg to see you dance just one more time
I am captivated by your movements and I want to witness them again
Ooh I see you, see you, see you every time
I am constantly aware of your presence
And oh my I, I like your style
I am attracted to your unique way of being
You, you make me, make me, make me wanna cry
Your talent and grace moves me to tears
So I say Dance for me, dance for me, dance for me, oh, oh, oh
I implore you to perform for my entertainment
I've never seen anybody do the things you do before
Your abilities are unparalleled and leave me in awe
They say move for me, move for me, move for me, ay, ay, ay
I request your physical expression to please me
And when you're done I'll make you do it all again
I will not be satisfied until I have seen your performance multiple times
I said oh my god I see you walking by
My attention is drawn to your presence as you walk by
Take my hands, my dear, and look me in my eyes
Come close and make eye contact with me
Just like a monkey I've been dancing my whole life
Dancing is a fundamental part of my being
And you just beg to see me dance just one more time
Your admiration fuels my desire to perform
Ooh I see you, see you, see you every time
I am aware of your presence at all times
And oh my I, I like your style
I am drawn to your unique way of being
You, you make me, make me, make me wanna cry
Your performance moves me to tears
So I say Dance for me, dance for me, dance for me, oh, oh, oh
I request that you perform for me once again
They say move for me, move for me, move for me, ay, ay, ay
I am requesting that you move your body to please me
Ooh Woah-oh, woah-oh, oh
Expressing appreciation and excitement for the performance
Ooh Ah ah, ah ah, ay
Expressing appreciation and excitement for the performance
And when you're done I'll make you do it all again
I will not be satisfied until I have seen your performance multiple times
They say Dance for me, dance for me, dance for me, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
I am requesting that you perform for my entertainment
I've never seen anybody do the things you do before
Your talent and abilities are unique and impressive
They say move for me, move for me, move for me, ay, ay, ay
I am requesting that you move your body to please me
And when you're done I'll make you do it all again
I will not be satisfied until I have witnessed your performance multiple times
They say Dance for me, dance for me, dance for me, oh, oh, oh
I am requesting that you perform for my entertainment
I've never seen anybody do the things you do before
Your talent and abilities are unique and impressive
They say move for me, move for me, move for me, ay, ay, ay
I am requesting that you move your body to please me
And when you're done I'll make you do it all again
I will not be satisfied until I have seen your performance multiple times
Writer(s): Toni Watson
Contributed by Adam F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
First To Eleven
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aekarin borrirak
This is one of my favourite covers now! Great job!
Venomous Ant
thank you very much 😍
Best Friend
Great cover
Ultramen Fam07
okay love you guys
keep rock n roll
Ángel Sánchez
Maybe never take this comment into account but just in case you do it, make a cover of "Name" by Goo Goo Dolls):
New Guy
Probably one of the coolest covers I've seen, and I've watched a lot of your band covers. Converting this goofy song, which I love due to the vocal changes, to rock is just great and refreshing.
ThePulmentinum
Wow it's a different genre so it's impossible to say that this is better than the original, but it is definitely a hell of a cover.
DJ I
It’s nice watching this band and their production quality grow before our eyes.
4RL
I won't say it is better than the original because it's complitely different. This is like a whole new song.
One of the best covers i've ever seen.