Imagination Movers is the name of a children's music group from New Orleans… Read Full Bio ↴Imagination Movers is the name of a children's music group from New Orleans, who have been named to "up-and-coming" lists. The group has issued successful albums, as well as a DVD.

From the band's own website:

"The Movers – Rich, Scott, Dave and Smitty -- began in New Orleans in 2003 and now are fast-rising stars on the national kids music scene thanks to their combination of radio-friendly songs, kid-friendly themes and dynamic live shows. In concert, the Movers teach high-energy dances, play games with the audience and make music on their one-of-a-kind trashcan drumset. Kids and parents help perform new kids classics like “Shakable You,” “The Medicine Song,” “What’s in the Fridge?” and "I Want My Mommy (Time for Bed).""

and:

"In 2007, Disney Channel green-lighted a Movers television series for Playhouse Disney featuring Rich, Scott, Dave and Smitty as blue-collar brainstormers working hard to solve “idea emergencies” in their Idea Warehouse, a clearinghouse of infinite inspirations. Through songs, stories and skits, the Movers move kids to exercise their bodies and brains."

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Imagination Movers Lyrics

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Ideas they bubble to the top
Ideas they bubble to the top
Ideas they bubble to the top
Ideas they bubble to the top

Here's a recipe for the kids in the world
No butter, sugar, or salt just your boys and girls
It's a remedy for a boring situation

Stir it up, use your imagination
No butter, sugar, or salt just your boys and girls
It's a remedy for a boring situation
Stir it up, use your imagination

Stir it up, stir it up, stir it up
Stir it up, stir it up, stir it up
Stir it up, stir it up, stir it up
Stir it up, use your Imagination

All I need is two cups and a string
Pull the cups tight gonna ring-a-ding-ding
How ya doing, Movers?
We're feeling fine
I'm feeling good now that I gotcha on the line

Slide on the line, slide on the line
Slide on the line, slide on the line
Slide on the line, slide on the line
Slide on the line, use your imagination

All we need is a jump rope, jump rope
How many times can we go, we go?
We can go fast, or we can go slow
Double dutchin' with my friends or I could do it solo

Jump rope, jump rope
Everybody jump rope
Jump rope, jump rope
Everybody jump rope
Jump rope, jump rope
Everybody jump rope
Jump rope, jump rope, use your imagination

Here's a recipe for the kids in the world
No butter, sugar, or salt just your boys and girls
It's a remedy for a boring situation
Stir it up use your imagination

All you need is a piece of paper
Come back and a few minutes later
I got an airplane flying through the sky
Zippity-zip-zippity-zip
Zipping on by

Zip on by, zip on by
Zip on by, zip on by
Zip on by, zip on by
Zip on by, use your imagination

All we need is some sidewalk chalk
We draw our squares
We throw our rocks
Asking all my friends are you ready to hop
Everybody hop cause we're playing hopscotch
Left foot, left foot
Everybody hop
Right foot, right foot
Everybody hop
Both feet, both feet
Everybody hop
Everybody hop, use your imagination

Here's a recipe for the kids in the world
No butter, sugar, or salt just your boys and girls
It's a remedy for a boring situation
Stir it up, use your imagination
Here's a recipe for the kids in the world
No butter, sugar, or salt just your boys and girls
It's a remedy for a boring situation
Stir it up, use your imagination

Ideas they bubble to the top
Ideas they bubble to the top
Ideas they bubble to the top
Ideas they bubble to the top
Ideas they bubble to the top
Ideas they bubble to the top
Ideas they bubble to the top
Ideas they bubble to the top

We don't need the latest toy creation
Ideas they bubble to the top
Stir it up, use your imagination
Ideas they bubble to the top
Don't need the latest toy creation
Ideas they bubble to the top
Stir it up, use your imagination

Here's a recipe for the kids in the world
No butter, sugar, salt just your boys and girls
It's a remedy for a boring situation
Stir it up, use your imagination
Here's a recipe for the kids in the world
No butter, sugar, salt just your boys and girls
It's a remedy for a boring situation
Stir it up, use your imagination

Stir it up, stir it up, stir it up
Stir it up, stir it up, stir it up

Stir it up, stir it up, stir it up
Stir it up, use your Imagination

Overall Meaning

The repetitive nature of the lyrics "Ideas they bubble to the top" emphasizes the theme of creativity and inspiration constantly emerging and coming to fruition. It's as if the ideas are bubbling up like ingredients in a recipe, ready to be used.

The song presents a recipe for children to enjoy without the need for material objects like butter, sugar, or salt, but rather with their own creativity and imagination. This serves as a remedy for boredom, encouraging kids to stir up their minds and think outside the box to create their own fun and entertainment.

The imagery of using simple objects like cups and a string, jump ropes, and sidewalk chalk highlights the idea that joy and amusement can be found in the most basic and everyday items. These activities, whether playing with cups or jumping rope, can be transformed into exciting experiences through the power of imagination.

The notion of not needing the latest toy creation reinforces the message that true happiness and enjoyment come from within oneself and the ability to think creatively. By stirring up one's imagination, anyone can turn mundane moments into exciting adventures and explore the endless possibilities that lie within their minds. The song emphasizes the importance of nurturing creativity and finding joy in the simple things in life.

Line by Line Meaning

Ideas they bubble to the top
Creativity and inspiration are always present and readily accessible

Here's a recipe for the kids in the world
A formula for fun and excitement for all children globally

No butter, sugar, or salt just your boys and girls
No need for fancy ingredients, just the energy and enthusiasm of kids

It's a remedy for a boring situation
This activity or idea is a cure for monotony and dullness

Stir it up, use your imagination
Get creative and think outside the box to make it exciting

All I need is two cups and a string
Simple materials can be used to create endless possibilities and interactions

Pull the cups tight gonna ring-a-ding-ding
Tightly holding the cups will result in a fun and engaging ringing sound

How ya doing, Movers? We're feeling fine
Asking the group about their well-being as they enjoy themselves

I'm feeling good now that I gotcha on the line
Feeling positive and happy now that the communication is established

Slide on the line, slide on the line
Moving smoothly along a path or connection for enjoyment

All we need is a jump rope, jump rope
A simple item can lead to a variety of fun games and activities

How many times can we go, we go?
Asking about the number of repetitions or rounds possible in the game

Double dutchin' with my friends or I could do it solo
Playing together with companions or alone, both options available

All we need is some sidewalk chalk
Just a piece of chalk can turn the pavement into a canvas for creativity

Everybody hop cause we're playing hopscotch
Encouraging everyone to join in the fun and participate in the game

Left foot, left foot
Instructions for the players on which actions to take in the game

We don't need the latest toy creation
Having fun and being creative doesn't require expensive or new toys

Ideas they bubble to the top
Imagination and innovative ideas will always come to mind

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RICHARD COLLINS, SCOTT DURBIN, DAVID POCHE, SCOTT SMITH, MALCOLM TARIQ SMITH, BYRON SIMS, JUSTIN NORVELL CROWDER, JAMES III FOYE

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