Fred Astaire (1899-1987) was an American dancer and singer famous for his n… Read Full Bio ↴Fred Astaire (1899-1987) was an American dancer and singer famous for his numerous appearances in the 1920s and 1930s in Vaudeville, on Broadway and on the London stage with sister Adele Astaire; in musical films between the 1930s and 1960s; and on American TV in the 1950s and beyond. Although he teamed with many dancers, including Gene Kelly, his best known screen pairing was with Ginger Rogers, with whom he appeared in 10 films. He continued to act in non-dancing roles in films and TV in the 1960s through 1980s.

In part because of his expressive phrasing and graceful interpretation, Astaire was chosen to introduce many now-classic songs, including standards by Cole Porter (example, "Night and Day"), his friend Irving Berlin ("Let's Face the Music and Dance"), Jerome Kern ("The Way You Look Tonight"), Johnny Mercer ("One for My Baby") and George and Ira Gershwin ("They Can't Take That Away from Me").

Fred Astaire is interred at Oakwood Memorial Park, Chatsworth, California, USA, the same cemetery where Ginger Rogers, is located. (http://encyclopaediaoftrivia.blogspot.com/2011/09/fred-astaire.html)

Let Yourself Go
Fred Astaire Lyrics

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As you listen to the band don't you get a bubble?
As you listen to them play don't you get a glow?
If you step out on the floor
You'll forget your trouble
If you go into your dance
You'll forget your woe
So

Come, get together
Let the dance floor feel your leather
Step as lightly as a feather
Let yourself go

Come, hit the timber
Loosen up and start to limber
Can't you hear that hot marimba?
Let yourself go

Let yourself go, relax
And let yourself go, relax
You've got yourself tied up in a knot
The night is cold but the music's hot
So

Come, cuddle closer
Don't you dare to answer "No, sir"
Butcher, banker, clerk and grocer
Let yourself go

Come, get together
Let the dance floor feel your leather
Step as lightly as a feather
Let yourself go

Come, hit the timber
Loosen up and start to limber
Can't you hear that hot marimba?
Let yourself go

Let yourself go, relax
And let yourself go, relax
You've got yourself tied up in a knot
The night is cold but the music's hot
So

Come, cuddle closer
Don't you dare to answer "No, sir"
Butcher, banker, clerk and grocer
Let yourself go

Let yourself go

Overall Meaning

In Fred Astaire's song "Let Yourself Go," he encourages the listener to forget their worries and troubles and to dance to the music. The first verse of the song asks the listener if they feel a sense of happiness and lightness when listening to the band play. Astaire then suggests that dancing on the floor can help to forget about troubles and worries.

The chorus urges the listener to let themselves go and to feel the music. Astaire instructs the listener to let go of their worries and relax. He then reminds them that there is music playing and it is hot. The second verse follows a similar structure, again encouraging the listener to let loose and to be carefree. Astaire highlights the universality of dancing by saying that anyone can join in, no matter their profession or social status.

Overall, the lyrics suggest that dance can be an escape from life's problems, a chance to let go and enjoy the moment. Astaire, who was a famous dancer and actor known for his smooth movements and effortless style, advocated for letting loose and not being held back by worries and troubles.

Line by Line Meaning

As you listen to the band don't you get a bubble?
As you focus on the music, don't you feel a sense of happiness or excitement building up inside of you?

As you listen to them play don't you get a glow?
As you listen to the music, don't you feel an internal warmth building up that makes you want to dance and let loose?

If you step out on the floor You'll forget your trouble
Once you start dancing, you will forget any worries or problems you may have had before.

If you go into your dance You'll forget your woe
Once you start dancing, you will forget any sadness or pain you may have felt before.

Come, get together Let the dance floor feel your leather Step as lightly as a feather Let yourself go
Join me, let's dance together, and dance so gracefully as if we're floating on air, without any reservations or fears. Just let go and enjoy the moment.

Come, hit the timber Loosen up and start to limber Can't you hear that hot marimba? Let yourself go
Come, let's dance energetically to the beat of the music, as if we're one with the rhythm. Start to relax and loosen up your body while you listen to the lively marimba.

Let yourself go, relax And let yourself go, relax You've got yourself tied up in a knot The night is cold but the music's hot So
Just let it all out, let yourself experience the music fully, and forget about everything that's holding you back. Even in the cold night, the music is heated with emotion and passion.

Come, cuddle closer Don't you dare to answer "No, sir" Butcher, banker, clerk and grocer Let yourself go
Come close to me, let's embrace the music together, and don't refuse to dance. No matter your profession, your background, or your status, let yourself go and enjoy the moment.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: IRVING BERLIN

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Lyrics:
As you listen to the band don't you get a bubble?
As you listen to them play don't you get a glow?
If you step out on the floor
You'll forget your trouble
If you go into your dance
You'll forget your woe
So:
Come, get together
Let the dance floor feel your leather
Step as lightly as a feather
Let yourself go
Come, hit the timber
Loosen up and start to limber
Can't you hear that hot marimba?
Let yourself go
Let yourself go, relax
And let yourself go, relax
You've got yourself tied up in a knot
The night is cold but the music's hot
So
Come, cuddle closer
Don't you dare to answer "No, sir"
Butcher, banker, clerk and grocer
Let yourself go