"Pump It (Nice 'An Hard)", also known as "Pump It Nice 'An Hard"/"Pump It (Nice and Hard)"/etc. or just as "Pump It", was a cult club hit and managed to peak at #78 on the Billboard Hot 100. The follow-up "I Wanna Be Your Girl" peaked at #46 on the Billboard Hot 100 as well as #45 on Billboard's Hot Singles Sales chart and #47 on Billboard's Hot 100 Airplay chart.
Pump it
Icy Blu Lyrics
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Pick up on me, Pick up on me, Pick up on me, Pick up on me
Rollin' into town, I'm down, for an evenin' of dancin'
A little chit-chat and lots of who's zat
And several invitin' glances (pick up on me)
Walked into the club, people were jammin' 'cause the base was thumpin'
My body all set to get pumpin' (nice 'n' hard)
And another time I said my oh my, would I be hearin' these type in jeans
I guy lookin' fly said his name was Ty
He claimed to be a dancin' machine (pick up on me)
Well now on the floor his results were poor, so you see I had to take charge
I says listen up Jake, get the bone outcha back and pump it, pump it, nice 'n' hard
(Pump it, pump it, pump it, pump it nice 'n' hard) Pick up on me
(Pump it, pump it, pump it, pump it nice 'n' hard) Pick up on me
(Pump it, pump it, pump it, pump it nice 'n' hard) Pick up on me
(Pump it, pump it, pump it, pump it nice 'n' hard) Pick up on me
I said goodbye to fly guy type, 'cause his pump was more like a fizz
And bein' the dancer that I am, I felt it was my biz (pick up on me)
To find someone who wasn't shy, I guy not afraid to pump it
That's when I overheard a guy named Tom, just blowin' his own trumpet (nice 'n' hard, pump it)
He said he knew just what to do once he got out on the floor
I grabbed his hand, we danced, I'm 2 and 0, but who's keepin' score
He said how'm I livin', I said thanks be given, you're livin' but not too large
I said you're pumpin' okay but you're in no way to pump it, pump it nice 'n' hard (pick up on me)
(Pump it, pump it, pump it, pump it nice 'n' hard) Pick up on me...
It should be known that Tom was good, but I wanted better
A guy who could pump it all night long in any kind of weather (pick up on me)
I was fadin' fast when the stranger asked if I would dance with him next
He said his name was Merv, Merv was a nerd, but I said, Oh what the heck (nice 'n' hard)
We started to dance and to my surprise this guy had pumpin' power (pick up on me)
We're were gettin' in to it and before I knew it we'd been pumpin' for an hour
I was drippin' sweat, my clothes soakin' wet, when a request came from my partner
He said you're doin' good but baby if you could, please pump it, pump it nice 'n' hard (pick up on me)
(Pump it, pump it, pump it, pump it nice 'n' hard) Pick up on me ...
The lyrics to "Pump It" by Icy Blu depict a night out at the club, focused on dancing and finding the perfect partner to "pick up." The singer, along with her friend Shirl, walk into the club and observe the dance floor. She soon meets Ty, a guy who claims to be a "dancing machine," but disappoints with his lackluster moves. She moves on to find someone better and eventually comes across a guy named Tom who shows promise but still falls short in her eyes. Finally, she dances with a guy named Merv, who surprises her with his "pumpin' power," and they dance for an hour.
The lyrics highlight the importance of finding the right partner on the dance floor and striving for the perfect dance experience. Each encounter with a potential partner is measured by their ability to "pump it nice 'n' hard," reflecting the desire for high energy and intense dancing.
Overall, "Pump It" is a fun and upbeat song that encourages listeners to let loose and have a great time on the dance floor, while also emphasizing the importance of finding a dance partner who can keep up with their moves.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on and sit over here and let me tell you a little bed time story
I am going to share a story with you if you sit next to me.
Pick up on me, Pick up on me, Pick up on me, Pick up on me
I want you to notice me and my dance moves.
Rollin' into town, I'm down, for an evenin' of dancin'
I am excited to go dancing tonight.
A little chit-chat and lots of who's zat
I am hoping to socialize and meet new people.
And several invitin' glances (pick up on me)
People are looking at me and I want to get their attention.
Walked into the club, people were jammin' 'cause the base was thumpin'
The club had great music and people were dancing.
I was standin' on the side with my home girl, Shirl
I was waiting to find a dance partner and talking to my friend Shirl.
My body all set to get pumpin' (nice 'n' hard)
I was ready to dance energetically and enthusiastically.
And another time I said my oh my, would I be hearin' these type in jeans
I was impressed by the fashion of a guy named Ty.
I guy lookin' fly said his name was Ty
Ty was a fashionable guy who caught my attention.
He claimed to be a dancin' machine (pick up on me)
Ty said he was a great dancer and I was intrigued.
Well now on the floor his results were poor, so you see I had to take charge
Ty was not a great dancer, so I had to step in and lead.
I says listen up Jake, get the bone outcha back and pump it, pump it, nice 'n' hard
I instructed Jake to dance energetically and enthusiastically.
(Pump it, pump it, pump it, pump it nice 'n' hard) Pick up on me
I want everyone to see me dancing energetically and enthusiastically.
I said goodbye to fly guy type, 'cause his pump was more like a fizz
I ended my dance with Ty because he was not a good dancer.
And bein' the dancer that I am, I felt it was my biz (pick up on me)
As a skilled dancer, I felt obligated to find a better dance partner.
To find someone who wasn't shy, I guy not afraid to pump it
I wanted to find a confident and energetic dancer.
That's when I overheard a guy named Tom, just blowin' his own trumpet (nice 'n' hard, pump it)
I noticed Tom and he seemed to be confident and skilled.
He said he knew just what to do once he got out on the floor
Tom claimed to be a skilled dancer.
I grabbed his hand, we danced, I'm 2 and 0, but who's keepin' score
Tom and I danced together and it was going well.
He said how'm I livin', I said thanks be given, you're livin' but not too large
Tom asked how I was doing and I replied positively but honestly.
I said you're pumpin' okay but you're in no way to pump it, pump it nice 'n' hard (pick up on me)
I told Tom he was a decent dancer but he needed to be more energetic.
(Pump it, pump it, pump it, pump it nice 'n' hard) Pick up on me...
I want everyone to see me dancing energetically and enthusiastically.
It should be known that Tom was good, but I wanted better
Tom was decent but I was still searching for a better dance partner.
A guy who could pump it all night long in any kind of weather (pick up on me)
I wanted a dance partner who was energetic and skillful enough to dance all night.
I was fadin' fast when the stranger asked if I would dance with him next
I was getting tired when a stranger asked me to dance with him.
He said his name was Merv, Merv was a nerd, but I said, Oh what the heck (nice 'n' hard)
The stranger's name was Merv and he seemed uncool but I decided to dance with him energetically.
We started to dance and to my surprise this guy had pumpin' power (pick up on me)
Merv's energy and skill surprised me and I started to enjoy dancing with him.
We're were gettin' in to it and before I knew it we'd been pumpin' for an hour
Merv and I were really into the dancing and we had been dancing for an hour already.
I was drippin' sweat, my clothes soakin' wet, when a request came from my partner
I was sweating and my clothes were soaked when Merv asked me to keep dancing energetically.
He said you're doin' good but baby if you could, please pump it, pump it nice 'n' hard (pick up on me)
Merv complimented my energy, but asked me to dance even more energetically.
(Pump it, pump it, pump it, pump it nice 'n' hard) Pick up on me ...
I want everyone to see me dancing energetically and enthusiastically with Merv.
Contributed by Avery B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Evie170
This song was massive in Australia! 😊
@lukestocks4370
Berry St
North Sydney
@Focussed-vk6wt
Yes it most certainly was
@Nthstar
@Vankruze it's much better than Push It
@godfreymitti9241
iggy's inspiration?
@martinkuliza
it wasn't massive.......... IT WAS FUCKING AWESOME.
How many chicks i danced with and even picked up on the back of this song alone... LOL............. fucking good times
and yes... Icy blu was smokin hot she was no transvision vamp, but still pretty hot
@TheCory42
We played this at my cousins wedding in 1991 here in Australia everyone went nuts even my late Grandmother.
@johncitizen8828
Back from the dead to bust a move. 😮 Incredible.
@TheCory42
@@johncitizen8828 I see the humour in this
@Hanz-tf3gs
This takes me back Icy Blu was big in New Zealand