Roll With It
J. Thoven Lyrics

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Roll
Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll (roll)
Control it, girl, roll it, girl

Roll
Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll

Control it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll (you know me love di way you work that body)
Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll (gyal, you don't stop once you get started)
Control it, girl, roll it, girl

If yuh sexy and ya know it (throw your hands up high)
Girl, you have it, you should show it (baby, don't be shy)
Make it bounce up and down now (fling it pon di right)
Whine yuh body to the ground now (girl, we got all night)

Roll
Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll
Control it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll (you know me love di way you work that body)
Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll (gyal, you don't stop once you get started)
Control it, girl, roll it, girl

Lose yourself and whine your waistline (baby, take your time)
Grind your body to the bassline (make me lose my mind)
Shake that thing your mama gave you (it's too big to hide)
It's a blessing that she made you (girl, me nah go lie)
Dip it fast and dip it slow (any way you like)
Don't hold back, just let it go (baby, it's alright)

Roll
Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll
Control it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll (you know me love di way you work that body)
Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll (gyal, you don't stop once you get started)
Control it, girl, roll it, girl

So you say that you want me to roll it
Tell me, boy, now can you control it?
I bring the fire, you bring the heat
Don't hold back, baby, give it to me
It ain't so easy to please me, ya know
Boy put it on me and then we can roll (yeah)

Brand new style come fi done di place up
All of my girl come whine yuh waste up
Dj selector turn di bass up
All of my girl come show yuh face up
Fit under that, gyal, roll weh you got
Zoom zoom, nani, nani, a go mek me hot
Yo, gyal, bruk out, get loose, do the Chaka Chaka
Whine it up, roll it up like a caterpillar (yeah)

Roll
Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll
Control it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll (you know me love di way you work that body)
Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll (gyal, you don't stop once you get started)
Control it, girl, roll it, girl

All the girls dem report to the dancefloor
And shake weh yuh mama gi' you
Y'ah hear me now?
Yes, girls, line up one by one and two by two, let's go

Roll
Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll
Control it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll (you know me love di way you work that body)
Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll (gyal, you don't stop once you get started)
Control it, girl, roll it, girl

Roll (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll (show me how you work it, baby girl)

Control it, girl, roll it, girl
Roll

Overall Meaning

The song "Roll with it" by J. Thoven celebrates the power and sensuality of dancing and movement, specifically through the act of rolling and controlling one's body. The repeated chorus of "Roll it, girl, roll it, girl, Control it, girl, roll it, girl" emphasizes the confidence and control one can feel while dancing. The lyrics encourage the listener to embrace their sexuality and flaunt it with pride, as expressed in lines like "If yuh sexy and ya know it, throw your hands up high" and "Girl, you have it, you should show it, baby, don't be shy."

The verses of the song further delve into the idea of letting loose and expressing oneself through dance. The lyrics suggest losing oneself in the music, moving to the rhythm, and embracing one's unique body and movements. The lines "Whine yuh body to the ground now, girl, we got all night" and "Lose yourself and whine your waistline, baby, take your time" highlight the freedom and joy that can come from dancing without inhibition.

Additionally, the song touches on themes of mutual pleasure and connection between partners. The lines "I bring the fire, you bring the heat, Don't hold back, baby, give it to me" suggest a sense of reciprocity and passion in a shared dance experience. The lyrics celebrate the physicality and intimacy of dancing together, with references to grinding, shaking, and moving in sync with the music.

Overall, "Roll with it" conveys a sense of liberation, empowerment, and joy through dance. The repetitive and energetic nature of the lyrics, coupled with the upbeat rhythm of the music, creates a lively and celebratory atmosphere that encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions and embrace the power of movement and expression.

Line by Line Meaning

Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Take control and move your body confidently and with skill

Control it, girl, roll it, girl
Maintain command of your movements while continuing to roll your body

If yuh sexy and ya know it (throw your hands up high)
If you are confident in your attractiveness, show it proudly

Girl, you have it, you should show it (baby, don't be shy)
You possess beauty and should display it without holding back

Make it bounce up and down now (fling it pon di right)
Move your body rhythmically, matching the beat on the right side

Whine yuh body to the ground now (girl, we got all night)
Wiggle your body sensually towards the ground, taking your time as we have plenty of time

Lose yourself and whine your waistline (baby, take your time)
Let go of inhibitions and move your waistline seductively, without rushing

Grind your body to the bassline (make me lose my mind)
Move your body to the rhythm of the bass, driving me crazy with desire

Shake that thing your mama gave you (it's too big to hide)
Move your body in a way that showcases your natural assets, they are too good to conceal

It's a blessing that she made you (girl, me nah go lie)
It's fortunate that your mother created such a beautiful being, I'm being truthful

Dip it fast and dip it slow (any way you like)
Vary your movements between rapid and gradual, whichever way pleases you

Don't hold back, just let it go (baby, it's alright)
Don't limit yourself, release your inhibitions and enjoy the moment, everything will be fine

So you say that you want me to roll it
You're expressing a desire for me to take control and move skillfully

Tell me, boy, now can you control it?
Can you handle and maintain command over the situation?

I bring the fire, you bring the heat
I bring intensity, you add passion and intensity as well

Don't hold back, baby, give it to me
Don't restrain yourself, fully express and share your energy with me

It ain't so easy to please me, ya know
I'm not easily satisfied, keep that in mind

Brand new style come fi done di place up
A fresh style has arrived to enliven the atmosphere

All of my girl come whine yuh waist up
All the ladies, start moving your waist in a circular motion

Dj selector turn di bass up
DJ, increase the volume of the bass sound

Zoom zoom, nani, nani, a go mek me hot
Quick movements and a particular dance style are increasing my excitement

Roll it, girl, roll it, girl
Command your body movement confidently and skillfully

All the girls dem report to the dancefloor
All the ladies, head to the dance floor

And shake weh yuh mama gi' you
Shake your body in a way that reflects the attributes passed down by your mother

Roll (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Emphasizing the command for confident and skillful body movement

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Shontelle Delia Layne, Sheldon Benjamin

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