Slap That Bass
Fred & Ginger Lyrics
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The world is in a mess
With politics and taxes
And people grinding axes
There's no happiness
Zoom zoom, zoom zoom
Rhythm lead your ace
If I can only get me
Someone to slap that bass
Happiness is not a riddle
When I'm listening to that
Big bass fiddle
Slap that bass
Slap it till it's dizzy
Slap that bass
Keep the rhythm busy
Zoom zoom zoom
Misery, you've got to go
Slap that bass
Use it like a tonic
Slap that bass
Keep your Philharmonic
Zoom zoom zoom
And the milk and honey'll flow
Dictators would be better off
If they zoom zoom now and then
Today, you can see that the happiest men
All got rhythm
In which case
If you want a bauble
Slap that bass
Slap away your trouble
Learn to zoom zoom zoom
Slap that bass
The lyrics to Fred & Ginger's song Slap That Bass are a playful reflection on the struggles of the world, with the solution offered to be found in music. The opening lines, "Zoom zoom, zoom zoom, the world is in a mess, with politics and taxes, and people grinding axes, there's no happiness" immediately paint a picture of a world in turmoil, with no respite. However, the next lines offer a solution, "Zoom zoom, zoom zoom, rhythm lead your ace, the future doesn't fret me, if I can only get me, someone to slap that bass". Here, the song suggests that the answer to our problems can be found in the restorative power of music, specifically in the bassline, which is the heart of the rhythm section.
The lyrics go on to describe the effect of music on the human soul - "happiness is not a riddle, when I'm listening to that big bass fiddle". The song suggests that the bassline has the power to transform our mood, and that when we listen to music that is grounded in a solid bassline, our worries melt away. The chorus urges the listener to "slap that bass, slap it till it's dizzy, slap that bass, keep the rhythm busy", emphasizing the importance of the bassline in anchoring the rhythm of the song. The repetition of the "zoom zoom zoom" lyrics further emphasizes the energy and power of the rhythm.
Line by Line Meaning
Zoom zoom, zoom zoom
The excitement and energy of music is palpable
The world is in a mess
The state of the world is plagued by political unrest, division, and unhappiness
With politics and taxes
Politics and money are sources of anxiety for people
And people grinding axes
People are aggressive and competing with one another
There's no happiness
People are not content with their lives
Rhythm lead your ace
Music is the key to happiness and success
The future doesn't fret me
The future is not a source of worry for me
If I can only get me
All I need is to find
Someone to slap that bass
Someone who can play the bass with passion
Happiness is not a riddle
Joy is not a mystery
When I'm listening to that
Especially when I'm listening to a big bass fiddle
Big bass fiddle
The sound of a skilled bassist is awe-inspiring
Slap that bass
Play the bass with passion and precision
Slap it till it's dizzy
Play the bass so much that it becomes euphoric
Keep the rhythm busy
Play the bass to keep the music energetic and upbeat
Misery, you've got to go
The negativity and melancholy must be eliminated
Use it like a tonic
Play the bass as a cure for the blues
Keep your Philharmonic
Maintain a skilled musical ensemble
And the milk and honey'll flow
Life will be bountiful and prosperous
Dictators would be better off
Even oppressive rulers would benefit from the power of music
Today, you can see that the happiest men
It's clear that the most content individuals
All got rhythm
Have a love for music and dance
If you want a bauble
If you want to find joy and meaning in life
Slap away your trouble
Play the bass to overcome your worries
Learn to zoom zoom zoom
Embrace the thrill and exuberance of rhythm
Slap that bass
Play the bass with enthusiasm and skill
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Arthur Fleck: Hey Arthur, you're a really good dancer. I know. You know who's not? Him. 💥🔫
Penny Fleck: Happy, what was that are you okay?!
Arthur: What?!
Penny: That noise did you hear that noise?!
Arthur: I am watching an old war movie!
Penny: Turn it down!
Arthur: Oh. Sorry Mom.
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Lyrics
(Verse)
Zoom zoom zoom zoom
The world is in a mess
With politics and taxes
And people grinding axes
There's no happiness
Zoom zoom zoom zoom
Rhythm, lead your ace
The future doesn't fret me
If I can only get me
Someone to slap that bass
Happiness is not a riddle
When I'm listening to that big bass fiddle
(Chorus)
Slap that bass
Slap it till it's dizzy
Slap that bass
Keep the rhythm busy
Zoom zoom zoom
Misery, you got to go
Slap that bass
Use it like a tonic
Sleep that bass
Keep your philharmonic
Zoom zoom zoom
And the milk and honey'll flow
Dictators would be better off
If they zoom-zoomed now and then
Today you can see that the happiest men
All got rhythm
In which case
If you want to bubble
Slap that bass
Slap away your trouble
Learn to zoom zoom zoom
Slap that bass
@DravicPL
"What's your name?"
"Arthur"
"You're a very good dancer."
"I know."
[...]
"Wanna know who's not? Him."
💥
@davide.9576
HEY WHAT'S YOUR NAME
@oohoooooh
Sorry mom!
@GankiaSFM
@@oohoooooh I'M WATCHING AN OLD WAR MOVIE
@gracebenjamin5548
😂
@OLD_SOUL1900
Back during The Great Depression, music is what lifted the heavy hearts and weakened souls of the people who endured hardships and pain brought forth by the stock market crash in October of 1929. Today, the noise that they call "music" doesn't do a thing for me, except give a jarring headache! Fred Astaire was influential and had a big part in morale-boosting, so to speak...so when you're feeling blue at midnight, sit back and let these men sing about the reality of the world and what needs to be done for a change to bring happiness, let their voice ring in your ears! Let Fred's tapping beat and sophisticated rhythm fill your heart and soul, let despair float away, tell misery to go! SLAP THAT BASS!
@wristrisk502
"I'm watching an old war movie!"
@wanwanwan5405
turn it down！
@elemrxy7165
sorry mooooom
@pickettpride6980
🤣🤣🤣