1. A 1970s funk and disco group from the Bronx.
2. An Oakland, CA hip hop artist on producer 9th Wonder’s Jamla record label.
3. A women's barbershop and a cappella quartet also known as Girls Quartet.
4. An underground Dirty South rapper from New Orleans.
5. Podcasts from the men's fashion magazine.
1. A Bronx group that effectively mixed East Coast disco and Chicago soul covers in the late '70s and early '80s, GQ began as Sabu & the Survivors in 1968. Lead vocalist Emanuel Rahiem Leblanc, Keith Crier, Herb Lane, and Paul Service were original members, but by 1980 GQ was a trio following Service's departure. They had two Top 10 R&B and Top 20 pop hits, as well as a number one R&B single in 1979, with "Disco Nights (Rock-Freak)" also peaking at #12 pop; the single also won GQ an American Music Award. Their remakes of the Billy Stewart classics "I Do Love You" and "Sitting in the Park" were number five and number nine R&B singles in 1979 and 1980 respectively, with "I Do Love You" also reaching number 20 pop. They enjoyed one other Top 30 R&B single in 1981, "Shake." All their hits were on Arista from 1979 to 1982.
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3. http://www.girlsquartet.com/about/
4. http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/gq52
5. http://www.gq.com/about/podcast
Shake
GQ Lyrics
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Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
Shake it baby shake it shake it down to the floor throwing it
Cause I'm able throwing it cause I wanna
Bounce that ass for a playa shake that ass for some more popping
Shake it baby shake it shake it down to the floor throwing it
Cause I'm able throwing it cause I wanna
Bounce that ass for a playa shake that ass for some more popping bottle
After bottle showing off for the models
Yeah girl this yo song shake it baby take it off roll it in a circle
Tick-tock that booty bouncing with no hands do it
For the money man with the bands in his hand clap clap that ass make me send
My last lil mama moving doing Things I cant grasp hips still but her ass moving fast
LIVING LIFE DOING IT THE BOSS WAY LIVING LIFE DOING IT THE BOSS WAY
LIVING LIFE DOING IT THE BOSS WAY LIVING LIFE DOING IT THE BOSS WAY
Shake it baby shake it shake it down to the floor throwing it
Cause I'm able throwing it cause I wanna
Bounce that ass for a playa shake that ass for some more popping
Bottle after bottle showing off for the models
Shake it baby shake it shake it down to the floor throwing it
Cause I'm able throwing it cause I wanna
Bounce that ass for a playa shake that ass for some more popping bottle
After bottle showing off for the models
In these lyrics, GQ is expressing a desire to have a good time and enjoy the dance floor. The repetition of "Yeah yeah yeah" at the beginning sets the energetic and playful tone of the song. GQ encourages the listeners to shake their bodies and let loose, encouraging them to "shake it down to the floor."
He emphasizes his ability and willingness to throw himself into the dance, suggesting that he wants to make the most of the moment. GQ mentions wanting to bounce that ass for a playa, indicating that the song is meant to inspire a carefree and confident attitude while dancing. He also mentions popping bottles and showing off for the models, suggesting a party atmosphere, where everyone is letting go and having fun.
The second verse addresses a specific girl, suggesting that this song is about empowering women and their ability to express themselves through dance. GQ encourages her to take off her inhibitions and let go while moving in a circle and bouncing her booty with skill. The reference to "no hands" implies a level of skill and control in her dancing.
GQ further praises the girl for her rapid hip movements and fast-paced booty shaking. He acknowledges that she is living life on her terms, confidently doing things that others can't quite grasp. The repetition of "Living life doing it the boss way" reinforces the idea of empowerment and self-expression.
Overall, these lyrics celebrate the joy of dancing, particularly the freedom and confidence that can come from shaking one's body on the dance floor. It encourages listeners to let go, have a good time, and embrace their own unique style of movement.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
Expressing excitement and agreement multiple times
Shake it baby shake it shake it down to the floor throwing it
Move your body sensually, forcefully bringing it to the ground
Cause I'm able throwing it cause I wanna
Doing it because I have the capability, doing it because I desire to
Bounce that ass for a playa shake that ass for some more popping
Move your buttocks up and down for a player, shake your buttocks for additional excitement
Bottle after bottle showing off for the models
Drinking multiple bottles and impressing attractive people
Yeah girl this yo song shake it baby take it off roll it in a circle
Hey girl, this is your song, dance seductively, remove your clothing and move in a circular motion
Tick-tock that booty bouncing with no hands do it
Move your buttocks rhythmically without using your hands, just do it
For the money man with the bands in his hand clap clap that ass make me send
Perform for the man with money and lots of cash, make me excited and eager to reward you
My last lil mama moving doing Things I cant grasp hips still but her ass moving fast
The woman I was previously with moved in ways I couldn't understand, her hips were still but her buttocks moved quickly
LIVING LIFE DOING IT THE BOSS WAY LIVING LIFE DOING IT THE BOSS WAY
Living life confidently and boldly, living life with authority and influence
Shake it baby shake it shake it down to the floor throwing it
Move your body sensually, forcefully bringing it to the ground
Cause I'm able throwing it cause I wanna
Doing it because I have the capability, doing it because I desire to
Bounce that ass for a playa shake that ass for some more popping
Move your buttocks up and down for a player, shake your buttocks for additional excitement
Bottle after bottle showing off for the models
Drinking multiple bottles and impressing attractive people
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Stanley Elmore
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Joe Shira
SHAKE
Shake, nothing's gonna break
Feels so good all over
SHAKE
Shake - for your body's sake
Shake it from your shoulders
SHAKE
Shake - make no mistake
You can get it groovin
SHAKE
Shake - that's all on tape
You can get it groovin
SHAKE
Shake, nothing's gonna break
Feels so good all over
SHAKE
Shake - for your body's sake
Shake it from your shoulders
SHAKE
Shake - make no mistake
You can get it groovin
SHAKE
Shake - that's all on tape
You can get it groovin...
Jumped in with the feeling, I can feel it all around
I’ll just go with the motion, get myself around
Everybody’s moving in the way they want to move
Doesn’t make no difference, t’was always just a groove and...
SHAKE
Shake, nothing's gonna break
Feels so good all over
(Feels so good all over)
SHAKE
Shake - for your body's sake
Shake it from your shoulders
(Shake it from your shoulders)
SHAKE
Shake - make no mistake
You can get it groovin
(You can get it movin)
SHAKE
Shake - that's all on tape
You can get it groovin
SHAKE
Shake, nothing's gonna break
Feels so good all over
(Feels so good all over)
SHAKE
Shake - for your body's sake
Shake it from your shoulders
(Shake it from your shoulders)
SHAKE
Shake - make no mistake
You can get it groovin
(You can get it movin)
SHAKE
Shake - that's all on tape
You can get it groovin...
Change up if you want to, you can take this anywhere
But loose is always better, aren’t I just aware?
The world’s gonna notice, if you don’t know 2 and 4,
If you really want to, you can shake it all night long and...
SHAKE
Shake, nothing's gonna break
Feels so good all over
(Feels so good all over)
SHAKE
Shake - for your body's sake
Shake it from your shoulders
(Shake it from your shoulders)
SHAKE
Shake - make no mistake
You can get it groovin
(You can get it movin)
SHAKE
Shake - that's all on tape
You can get it groovin
(Gotta get it grooving)
SHAKE
Shake, nothing's gonna break
Feels so good all over
(Just get it while it’s hot-ah! Give it whatcha got-ah! Show the girls a lot-ah! Not afraid this day you’re not-ah!)
SHAKE - SHAKE – SHAKE – SHAKE
SHAKE
Like a tambourine, just shake that body
Move those dancing feet
You’re in with everybody, and shake to the beat...
You gotta get this feeling
(Don’t you just love it, baby?)
Wiggle up...(SHAKE) wiggle...wiggle, wiggle, wiggle everybody now
Yeeeeeah (Don’t you just love it, baby?)
(Chorus in the background)
Shake it all night long
Shake it all night long
You got to shaaaake (Don’t you just love it, baby?)
Shake it all night long
Shake it all night – SHAKE IT ALL NIGHT LONG
Yeeeeeah (Don’t you just love it, baby?)
I feel the spirit movin!
Ticket to the matches!
Just another baad girl!
Boogie down and shaaaake it!
Shake it all night long
Shake it all night long
Shaaaake it!
SHAKE IT ALL NIGHT LONG
(Take it) SHAKE IT ALL NIGHT – SHAKE IT ALL NIGHT LOOONG!
(Don’t you just love it, baby?)
Feels so good all over
(Feels so good all over)
SHAKE
Shake - for your body's sake
Shake it from your shoulders
(SHAAAAAAAAAAAKKKKKEEEE)
(Don’t you just love it, baby?)
You gotta trouble the peace, man, yeah...oh right
lana smith
One of my favorite songs when I was a kid, still have it on cassette and CD. Biggest GQ fan!!
Richard Sorce
Thanks. I'm one of the writers.
Oiseaux Blanc
@Richard Sorce 🤔🤔🤔
lana smith
One of my favorite songs ever. I love GQ! "Shake make no mistake" "give it all you gotta, no Fred Astaire or notta", who comes up lyrics like this?? Love it!!
enofanone
If this song had been released just 2 years earlier, it would've peaked in the top 10. By 1982, so many people had jumped on the anti-disco bandwagon that a killer track like this was basically ignored.
Steve858
They were still stuck in 70's and music changed in the 80's and Arista dropped them. Kashif changed the game with electronic Soul
6koko3
The finest disco-funk at its best.
Archie Jackson
This group too underrated w all their hits
Keith Andrews
One of my fave 'GQ' tracks, never get tired of this.
Randy Roberts
Tru dat!!!!