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."
The Wah-Wah Song
Imagination Movers Lyrics
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Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Sitting in the sandbox on a summer day
Tripped on a toy and I fell on my face
I got sand in my pants I do a shaky-shaky dance
Sand in my pants, I do a shaky-shaky dance
Sand in my eyes makes me wanna cry
I'm singing
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Huh-huh
It's my birthday, and the candles are lit
My sister comes in and blows them out too quick
Presents are open, and the games are no fun
Don't feel like talking to anyone
Started as my birthday
Turned into the worst day
Oh, no no no no no
I'm singing
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Waiting all day for my turn at bat
Started to rain and just after that
The coach said sorry kids, the game is postponed
Pack up your stuff it's time to go home
I don't want to go home
I wanna go no, no
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Darn
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Darn
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Darn
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Darn
Sand in my pants I do shaky-shaky dance
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Sand in my pants I do shaky-shaky dance
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Sand in my pants I do shaky-shaky dance
Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah
Sand in my pants I do shaky-shaky dance
The Wah-Wah Song by Imagination Movers describes the moments in life when things don't go as planned and you feel frustrated and sad. It starts with the singer falling in the sandbox and getting sand in his pants and eyes. He is upset and sings the chorus, "Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah" to express his frustration. The next verse talks about his birthday, where his sister blows out his candles, and the presents and games aren't any fun. He feels left out and doesn't want to talk to anyone, so he sings the chorus again. The final verse speaks of waiting all day to play baseball, and just when it's his turn, the game gets postponed due to rain. He doesn't want to go home, and he expresses his disappointment with the chorus again.
The Wah-Wah Song is a relatable song for children who experience disappointment and frustration when things do not go as planned. The repetitive chorus is catchy and allows children to sing along and express their feelings. The song's rhythm and melody are lively and cheerful, making the experience of singing along to "Wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah-wah" less gloomy.
Line by Line Meaning
Sitting in the sandbox on a summer day
Relaxing in the sand on a warm day
Tripped on a toy and I fell on my face
Fell down after bumping into a toy
I got sand in my pants I do a shaky-shaky dance
My pants are filled with sand, so I'm doing a dance to try and empty it out
Sand in my eyes makes me wanna cry
Sand has gotten into my eyes, causing discomfort and the urge to cry
Oh no, I got sand in my eyes
Expressing frustration about getting sand in the eyes
My sister comes in and blows them out too quick
My sister ruins my birthday candles by blowing them out too fast
Presents are open, and the games are no fun
Despite opening presents, the games played are not enjoyable
Don't feel like talking to anyone
I am disconnected and disinterested in socializing
Started as my birthday
The day started off as my birthday celebration
Turned into the worst day
The day turned into the worst possible scenario
Waiting all day for my turn at bat
I have been waiting all day to bat in the game
Started to rain and just after that
It started raining just as it was my turn to bat
The coach said sorry kids, the game is postponed
The coach apologizes and informs us that the game is postponed due to the rain
Pack up your stuff it's time to go home
It's time to pack up my belongings and leave
I don't want to go home
I do not want to leave
Darn
Expressing disappointment or frustration
Sand in my pants I do shaky-shaky dance
My pants are filled with sand, prompting me to do a dance to try and empty them
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Keith Kohn, Zave Nathan
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dee Tomm
Why do I love Smitty's face at 0:01?? Whenever I rewatch Imagination Movers, I sometimes feel like Smitty is the shadiest Mover for whatever reason.
Sol Tripp IV
Dont Cry it gonna be okay like my mother passed away
Dominic Feliciano
From the episode: Mousesitting.
Dominic Feliciano
Synopsis: Warehouse Mouse is mousesitting his nephew, Gouda, who won’t stop crying. The Movers offer to help and realize they’ve got find out what’s bothering Gouda.
BELINDA MOLINA
Some babies do cry like those little silly ridiculous muppets babies
Maryuri Garcia
Smitty, I love you! 🙂💕
Betty Ottman
Is Anyone being a baby?
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