Freak
Hype Active vs. Nile Rodgers Lyrics

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I'm callin' all my freaks (Mr. Worldwide)
I'm callin' all my freaks
This for all the freaky ladies
To the dancefloor right now

Freak out
Get nasty, get wild
Freak out

Just let it all hang out
Freak out
If you wanna get turnt out
Freak out
Girl, freak out

You've got a lot of talent there (ha)

Yes, I do, in a G-Quarto with a birds-eye view
Think like a narco, yeah, that's true
From dope dealers to a hope dealer
I'm fo' realer, she a hustler, she a go-getter
She go ape shit, gorilla
She UGK, Muhammad Ali, Thrilla in Manila, so Trilla

If you wanna get freaky
Say "aye, aye, aye"
Say it, "Aye, aye, aye"
Now all my freaks, get freaky and say
"Aye, aye, aye", say, girl

Freak out
Get nasty, get wild
Freak out
Just let it all hang out
Freak out
If you wanna get turnt out
Freak out
Girl, freak out

You've got a lot of talent there (ha)

Yes, she does, she's a ten times two, Certified Dub
You name it, you want it, she got it, yeah
She's a certified plug
She a hustler, she a go-getter
She go ape shit, gorilla
She UGK, Muhammad Ali, Thrilla in Manila, so Trilla

If you wanna get freaky
Say "aye, aye, aye"
Say it, "Aye, aye, aye"
Now all my freaks, get freaky and say
"Aye, aye, aye", say girl

Freak out
Get nasty, get wild
Freak out
Just let it all hang out
Freak out
If you wanna get turnt out

Freak out
Girl, freak out

Overall Meaning

The lyrics above are from the legendary disco hit "Le Freak" by Chic featuring Nile Rodgers. The song is about a new dance craze that is taking over, called "Le Freak." Chic invites listeners to join in on the fun and experience the joy of dancing. The song is an invitation to forget all of life's problems and just dance “freak out”, to the upbeat rhythm of the song.

The song has a catchy, upbeat melody with a guitar riff that is instantly recognizable. It is a disco classic, one that you can hear playing in discos and parties still today, despite being released over 40 years ago. The lyrics are very simple and repetitive, which makes it easy to sing along and remember. Nile Rodgers, the guitarist of Chic, created the riff spontaneously during a jam session after he and his band were denied entry to Studio 54. It was said that the doorman thought they weren’t cool enough to enter the club. Nile Rodgers is one of the most prolific and successful producers of all time, having worked with the likes of David Bowie, Madonna, and Daft Punk, to name a few.

"Le Freak" was a massive success when it was released in 1978, becoming Chic's biggest hit and reaching the top of the charts. It was also the best-selling single in the history of Atlantic Records until it was overtaken by "Physical" by Olivia Newton-John in 1981. The song was included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's list of 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll. “Le Freak” was a staple song at Studio 54, which was then an iconic nightclub frequented by A-list celebrities, and it was a disco anthem for a generation.

Line by Line Meaning

Aaahh freak out!
Expressing excitement about the new dance craze

Le freak, see'est Chic
The name of the dance craze is "Le Freak" and it is associated with the band Chic

Freak out!
Encouraging others to join in and participate in the dance craze

Have you heard about the new dance craze?
Asking if the listener is aware of the new dance craze

Listen to us, I'm sure you'll be amazed
Encouraging the listener to pay attention and become interested in the dance craze

Big fun to be had by everyone
The dance craze is enjoyable for all who participate

It's up to you, it surely can be done
Assuring the listener that they can participate and enjoy the dance craze

Young and old are doing it, I'm told
People of all ages are participating in the dance craze

Just one try, and you too will be sold
Suggesting that the listener will enjoy the dance craze if they give it a chance

It's called Le Freak! They're doing it night and day
Reiterating the name of the dance craze and emphasizing its popularity

Allow us, we'll show you the way
Offering to teach the listener how to do the dance craze

All that pressure got you down
Acknowledging the stresses of life

Has your head spinning all around
Referencing feeling overwhelmed

Feel the rhythm, check the rhyme
Suggesting that participating in the dance craze can be a way to relieve stress and find enjoyment in life

Come on along and have a real good time
Encouraging the listener to join in and enjoy themselves

Like the days of stopping at the Savoy
Referencing a popular dance spot from the past

Now we freak, oh what a joy
Describing the enjoyment of participating in the new dance craze

Just come on down, to fifty four
Inviting the listener to join in and participate

Find a spot out on the floor
Encouraging the listener to get involved in the dancing

Now freak!
Urging others to participate in the dance craze

I said freak!
Re-emphasizing the importance of participating in the dance craze

Aaahh freak out!
Continuing to express excitement about the dance craze and encouraging others to join in

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: Armando C. Perez, Bernard Edwards, Grant Averill, Joe London, Nile Rodgers, Peter Fenn, Stephen Ellrod

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