Music For The people
J.B.'s internationals Lyrics
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You can jive
Having the time of your life
See that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen
Friday night and the lights are low
Where they play the right music
Getting in the swing
You come to look for a king
Anybody could be that guy
Night is young and the music's high
With a bit of rock music
Everything is fine
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance
You are the dancing queen
Young and sweet
Only seventeen
Dancing queen
Feel the beat from the tambourine
You can dance
You can jive
Having the time of your life
See that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen
You're a teaser, you turn 'em on
Leave 'em burning and then you're gone
Looking out for another
Anyone will do
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance
You are the dancing queen
Young and sweet
Only seventeen
Dancing queen
Feel the beat from the tambourine
You can dance
You can jive
Having the time of your life
See that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen
"Music For The People" is a song by J.B.'s International, an Afro pop band from Nigeria. The song features the classic disco hit "Dancing Queen" by Swedish band ABBA. The song's opening lyrics sets the scene for a fun-filled Friday night where people are looking for a place to go, where they can dance and enjoy the right music. The main chorus celebrates the idea that anyone can be a dancing queen or king and enjoy the music as they dance away. The song highlights the joy, freedom, and release that comes with dancing, creating a party-like atmosphere where people can let their hair down and be themselves.
The line, "You're a teaser, you turn'em on, leave'em burning, then you're gone," refers to a woman who enchants men with her beauty and charms, but only for that one night. She leaves them wanting more, making them burn with desire, but never gives in to their advances. The song celebrates this woman's confidence and independence, showing that she lives in the moment, and she will not be tamed by anyone. The tambourine is used as a symbol of the music's power to move people, and in this case, the music moves them to dance.
Line by Line Meaning
You can dance
You have the freedom to move your body rhythmically to the beat of the music.
You can jive
You can dance energetically and enthusiastically.
Having the time of your life
Enjoying oneself immensely and being happy.
See that girl
Notice that young female person.
Watch that scene
Observe the sight of people dancing and enjoying themselves.
Dig in the dancing queen
Fully immerse oneself in the experience of watching that young woman dance and enjoy oneself.
Friday night and the lights are low
It is the end of the work week and the lights are dimmed to create a more relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.
Looking out for a place to go
Searching for a location to spend the evening.
Where they play the right music
A place where they play the music that one enjoys listening to and dancing to.
Getting in the swing
Starting to have fun and get into the mood of the evening.
You come to look for a king
Seeking a male partner who is confident, powerful, and charming.
Anybody could be that guy
Any male person has the potential to fulfill the role of a desirable dance partner or romantic interest.
Night is young and the music's high
The evening is still early and the volume of the music is loud, exciting and stimulating.
With a bit of rock music
Playing or listening to a particular style of music that's upbeat, energetic, and has a strong, driving rhythm.
Everything is fine
Life and circumstances are excellent and satisfying.
You're in the mood for a dance
Feeling inclined to move freely and joyously to the music.
And when you get the chance
At the moment it's possible to start dancing.
You are the dancing queen
You bring excitement and have the aura of royalty with regards to your captivating dance moves.
Young and sweet
At this moment, you are youthful and charming.
Only seventeen
You are growing up and developing your own identity, but still have youthful beauty and vigor.
Feel the beat from the tambourine
Sense the regular rhythmic pattern and pulsating vibration of the percussion instrument.
You're a teaser, you turn 'em on
You flirt and attract attention from people, especially men, as an alluring and enticing young woman.
Leave 'em burning and then you're gone
After captivating the attention of others, you leave them curious and longing for more.
Looking out for another
Searching for another male romantic interest or dance partner.
Anyone will do
You're open to any male person who wants to dance and have fun with you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus, Stig Anderson
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