Play That Best Mr. DJ
G.L.O.B.E. Lyrics

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Punk-rock, new-wave, and soul
Pop music, salsa and rock and roll
Calypso, reggae rhythm, and blues
Master mix those number one tunes
Play that favorite song of mine
And accept my calls on the request line
D.J. will play just for you
But I gotta down and show I know how to

We got favorites, a favorite color
A favorite number, a favorite brother
A favorite sister, a favorite dish
A favorite car or a favorite wish
A favorite team or pair of jeans
A favorite song to sing
And when I'm in the mood to hear good music play
I'm entertained by my favorite D.J.
I want to dance and think of romance
I want to get down on my favorite sound
I need music energy from my head to my feet - ah
First I hear it and then I start to feel it
My fingers start snapping and my hands start clapping
Spirit lifts and then my backbone slips
I want to keep on step at the discotheque
So just play that beat, play it, kick it

Play that beat, why don't you play it for me
Play it, kick it
Play that beat, why don't you play it for me
Play it, kick it
Play that beat
Play that beat
Play that beat
Why don't you play it for me?

Play it at the disco
Play it in your headphones
Play it at the party
Play it in your home
Play it at your lunch break
The beat that makes your body shake
Play that beat
Play it, kick it

Play that beat, why don't you play it for me
Play that beat, why don't you play it for me
Play that beat
Play that beat
Play that beat
Why don't you play it for me?

You can play it
And play it and play it and play it and play it
And play it all night long
And I'll listen to it over and over
Again and again and again and again
You can play my song, yes
And I'll keep on dancing and keep on dancing
Having fun until the morning sun
D.J. will play just for you
So you gotta get down and show you know how to
I've been waiting to feel a sensation
Of my song when I hear it come on
It takes me away from everyday things
The music vibration is an inspiration
It lifts my spirit any time I hear it
God knows it makes you feel good
Go ahead mister disc jockey
Play that beat
Play it, kick it

Play that beat, why don't you play it for me
Play that beat, why don't you play it for me
Play that beat
Play that beat
Play that beat
Why don't you play it for me?

You can play it
And play it and play it and play it and play it
And play it all night long
And I'll listen to it over and over
Again and again and again and again
While can play my song, yes
And I'll keep on dancing and keep on dancing
Having fun until the morning sun
Play it for me
Just play it for me

Hooo... He is the king of every beat
The one man band seven days a week
? of radio
Celebrity of every disco
The one with the gifted fingertips
Music is his bag of tricks
Go ahead mister disc jockey
Play that beat
Play it, kick it

Who's the man with the music program?
(D.J., D.J.)
Who's the man that will make you dance?
(D.J., D.J.)
Who's the one that plays favorite songs?
(D.J., D.J.)
Say play that beat
(Play that beat)
Say play it, kick it
(Play it, kick it)

Say cut it up whiz cut it up
(Cut it up whiz cut it up)
Say goes ahead
(Go ahead)
Go ahead
(Go ahead)
Say play that beat
(Play that beat)
Say play it, kick it
(Play it, kick it)

Punk rock new wave and soul
Pop music salsa and rock and roll
Calypso reggae rhythm and blues
Master mix those number one tunes
Play that favorite song of mine
And accept my calls on the request line
D.J. will play just for you
But I gotta down and show I know how to

Dance and think of romance
I want to get down on my favorite sound
I need music energy from my head to my feet - ah
First I hear it and then I start to feel it
My fingers start snapping and my hands start clapping
Spirit lifts and then my backbone slips
I want to keep on step at the discotheque
So just play that beat, play it, kick it

Play that beat, why don't you play it for me
Play that beat, why don't you play it for me
Play that beat
Play that beat
Play that beat
Why don't you play it for me?

Play it for the punk rock
Play it for the hip hop
Play it on the radio
Play it for the GLOBE
(G - L - O - be - E)
Play it at the playground
Play it on the street
Play it for the Whiz Kid
Just play that beat

Play that beat
Why don't you play it for me?
Switch the mix mister D.J
(Girls singing - repeats X 10)

Play that beat (echoes out)

Overall Meaning

The song "Play That Beat Mr. DJ" by G.L.O.B.E. And The Wiz Kid is a celebration of music and the power of the DJ to bring people together through their love of different genres. The song touches on themes such as nostalgia, personal favorites, and the physical and emotional connection people have to music.

The lyrics showcase the wide-ranging influence of music, from punk rock and new wave to pop, salsa, and reggae. The message is clear: the DJ is the one in control, able to masterfully mix together all the number one tunes that make people want to dance, and accept requests from callers on the request line. The singer of the song admits they must "get down and show [they] know how to" to truly enjoy the music, and the energy and inspiration they feel from their favorite songs lift their spirit and make them feel good.

The hook of the song repeats the message: "Play that beat, why don't you play it for me?". It's a call to action for the DJ to keep the music coming, to switch up the mix, and to keep the night going until the morning sun. The rhythm and repetition of the song make it an infectious dance track that encourages listeners to let loose and have fun.

Overall, "Play That Beat Mr. DJ" is an ode to the power of music and the talent of DJs to bring together people from different backgrounds and tastes to enjoy a common love of rhythm and sound.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: SCOTT IALACCI, CHRISTOPHER E MARTIN

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