Funkytown
Funky Lipps Lyrics


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Gotta make a move to a town that's right for me
Town to keep me movin'
Keep me groovin' with some energy
Well, I talk about it, talk about it
Talk about it, talk about it
Talk about, talk about
Talk about movin'
Gotta move on
Gotta move on
Gotta move on
Won't you take me to
Funkytown?
Won't you take me to
Funkytown?
Won't you take me to
Funkytown?
Won't you take me to
Funkytown?
Won't you take me to
Funkytown?
Won't you take me to
Funkytown?
Won't you take me to
Funkytown?
Won't you take me to
Funkytown?
Gotta make a move to a town that's right for me
Town to keep me movin'
Keep me groovin' with some energy
Well, I talk about it, talk about it
Talk about it, talk about it
Talk about, talk about
Talk about movin'
Gotta move on
Gotta move on
Gotta move on
Won't you take me to
Funkytown?
Won't you take me to
Funkytown?
Won't you take me to
Funkytown?
Won't you take me to
Funkytown?
Won't you take me to
To Funkytown?




Won't you take me now
To Funkytown?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Funky Lipps's song "Funkytown" express the need for a change of pace and a fresh start. The singer is searching for a town that will provide them with the right energy and movement to keep them grooving. They repeatedly talk about the need to move and emphasize the word "gotta" to show that it is essential to their well-being. The repetition of the phrase "won't you take me to Funkytown?" suggests that the singer is searching for someone or something to help them find this new town.


The meaning behind the lyrics can be interpreted in different ways, depending on the person listening to it. It could reflect a desire for a new beginning in life or a need for a change in the environment. It could also be viewed as a call to action for people to pursue what they really want in life, to find their own Funkytown.


The upbeat tempo and catchy melody of the song make it a popular dance tune. The repetition of the chorus makes it an excellent anthem for those who want to dance and let loose. The song was released in 1980 and quickly became a massive hit, peaking at number one in the United States, Canada, and several European nations.


Line by Line Meaning

Gotta make a move to a town that's right for me
I need to find a town that is perfect for me


Town to keep me movin'
A town that keeps me active and motivated


Keep me groovin' with some energy
Keeps me dancing and feeling good all the time


Well, I talk about it, talk about it
I keep talking about the need to find this perfect town


Talk about it, talk about it
Discussing it constantly


Talk about, talk about
Can't stop talking about it


Talk about movin'
Continuously discussing the need to move


Gotta move on
I need to move forward and find my ideal place


Won't you take me to Funkytown?
I'm asking someone to take me to this perfect town


Won't you take me now to Funkytown?
Asking that person to take me immediately




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A few of my Mexican neighbours keep listening to this song and they must love it because I can hear somebody screaming every time it comes on

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What's the meme here please tell me

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