Honey Dijon grew up in the 1970s on the south side of Chicago, in what she has described as a "very middle-class, loving African-American family” that was very musical. She began clubbing during her mid-teens with her parents' acceptance as long as her academics did not suffer. In the 1990s, she began to perform as a DJ. Around 2000, she also became active as a producer.
During her time in Chicago she met and was mentored by DJs and producers such as Derrick Carter, Mark Farina and Greenskeepers. In the late 1990s, Honey Dijon moved to New York, where she was introduced to Maxi Records and Danny Tenaglia. After first being exposed to techno in Chicago's house scene, she performed on New York City's underground club circuit and played sets at fashion shows.
Dijon was described as a "popular house-music D.J." by the New York Times in 2013. In 2018, Resident Advisor stated that she had popularized "a rambunctious DJ style that leans heavily on golden-era disco, techno and house", while Dijon herself acknowledged that "a lot of people still associate me with swingy Chicago and classic house and disco, but I can rock dirty rhythmic techno as well."
Redmond is transgender. She has been a vocal advocate for trans rights and awareness, speaking from her experience as a black trans woman DJ in dance music. In 2016, she was interviewed by the British television channel Channel 4 on the issue of trans visibility. At a 2017 event hosted by the MoMA PS1 museum in New York City, she led a roundtable discussion "focused on those who have, like her, found safety and creative expression within the New York club scene."
Downtown
Honey Dijon Lyrics
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Everybody jump around and move
Don't tell nobody what we're gonna do
Get yourself out on the floor and let the spirits through
Got to surrender to the sound
DJ, play those records, make my heart sing out
You got me flying, flying all around
Ain't nobody in this mother ever comin' down, down, down
The underground is where I wanna go
Leave your cares and troubles on the floor
The underground is where I wanna go
Leave your cares and troubles on the floor
Meet me downtown
At the warehouse
Don't tell nobody
It's underground (downtown)
Meet me downtown (warehouse)
At the warehouse
Don't tell nobody (it's underground)
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
'Cause it's under-
The underground is where I wanna go
Leave your cares and troubles on the floor
The underground is where I wanna go
Leave your cares and troubles on the floor
Dance, dance floor
Dance, dance floor
This is a party, spread the news
Everybody jump around and move
Don't tell nobody what we're gonna do
Get yourself out on the floor and let the spirits through
Got to surrender to the sound
DJ, play those records, make my heart sing out
You got me flying, flying all around
Ain't nobody in this mother ever comin' down, down, down
The underground is where I wanna go (woo, yeah, c'mon)
Leave your cares and troubles on the floor (there's no problems)
Meet me downtown (woo)
At the warehouse (uh)
Don't tell nobody (don't tell nobody)
It's underground (uh)
Meet me downtown (c'mon)
At the warehouse
Don't tell nobody
It's underground, it's underground (dance)
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground (c'mon)
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground (dance, dancefloor)
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground (tell nobody)
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground (dance, dancefloor)
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
The song "Downtown" by Honey Dijon, Annette Bowen & Nikki O celebrates the party atmosphere and the freedom found in underground dance culture. The lyrics express the desire for a wild and uninhibited experience where worries and troubles are left behind. The chorus encourages listeners to meet at an undisclosed location, the warehouse, where they can escape the confines of everyday life.
The song begins by setting the tone for a lively celebration, urging everyone to join in and move to the music. The lyrics emphasize the secretive nature of the gathering, emphasizing the need to keep it hush-hush. The underground scene represents a space where individuals can fully immerse themselves without judgment or restrictions. The mention of surrendering to the sound and the DJ's role in making hearts sing out highlights the transformative power of music and how it can elevate one's spirit.
The repetition of the phrase "the underground is where I wanna go" reinforces the longing for this alternate reality, free from worries and problems. It signifies an escape from the mundane and an invitation to embrace the energy and excitement of the underground dance scene. The chorus repeats the call to meet downtown at the warehouse, affirming the exclusivity and hidden nature of the gathering.
Overall, "Downtown" celebrates the joy and liberation found in the underground dance culture, inviting listeners to shed their cares and immerse themselves in a world of music, movement, and freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
This is a party, spread the news
Let everyone know that we're having a party and invite them to join us
Everybody jump around and move
Everyone should dance and move energetically
Don't tell nobody what we're gonna do
Keep our plans and activities a secret
Get yourself out on the floor and let the spirits through
Go to the dance floor and allow the music to uplift your spirits
Got to surrender to the sound
You need to let go and fully immerse yourself in the music
DJ, play those records, make my heart sing out
The DJ should play music that touches my soul and makes me feel alive
You got me flying, flying all around
The music makes me feel euphoric and ecstatic
Ain't nobody in this mother ever comin' down, down, down
No one can bring us down or dampen our spirits
The underground is where I wanna go
I desire to go to an underground party or club
Leave your cares and troubles on the floor
Forget about your worries and problems while dancing
Meet me downtown
Let's meet in the city center
At the warehouse
Specifically at a warehouse venue
Don't tell nobody
Keep it a secret, don't let anyone know
It's underground (downtown)
The event is hidden or not well-known, even in the city center
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Reiterating the fact that the event is secretive and exclusive
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Highlighting again that the event is not widely known or mainstream
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Repeating the emphasis on the hidden and exclusive nature of the event
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Continuing to stress that the event is unconventional and unconventional
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Reiterating the uniqueness and secrecy of the event
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Emphasizing the underground and exclusive nature of the event
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Stressing once again that the event is hidden and exclusive
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Reiterating the unconventional and secretive aspect of the event
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Highlighting the fact that the event is not widely known or mainstream
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Continuing to emphasize the hidden and exclusive nature of the event
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Repeating the uniqueness and secrecy of the event
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Emphasizing the underground and exclusive nature of the event
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Stressing once again that the event is hidden and exclusive
'Cause it's underground, 'cause it's underground
Reiterating the unconventional and secretive aspect of the event
Dance, dance floor
Encouraging everyone to dance on the dance floor
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Christopher Lawrence Penny, Honey Redmond, Luke Solomon
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
mistrdadat
ou má goš, tohle je prostě bomba!
♥
Przemek
Its a big pleasure to listen good music like that specjally at work !!
Greatings from Poland!! ;)
Pat Mackie
This is a gem... great vocals funky bad ass groove.. love it. 1luv ☺
Kom 9000
Absolutely Brilliant ❤️
Emma Wilcock
Absolutely love this
Daniel Barros
This is a party, spread the news ❤️❤️❤️
Barcelona Hola
Track of the summer!!!
Katro Storm
🔥🔥🔥🔥💯%!!!
biffnbunn1
Go on Honey 😎
Self Help Group
Stupidly good