Let's Have A Party
Jackson Wanda Lyrics


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Some people like to rock, some people like to roll
But movin' and a-groovin's gonna satisfy my soul
Let's have a party
Hoo, let's have a party
Well, send 'im to the store, let's buy some more
Let's have a party tonight

I never kissed a bear, I never kissed a goon
But I can shake a chicken in the middle of the room
Let's have a party
Hoo, let's have a party
Well, send 'im to the store, let's buy some more
Let's have a party tonight

I never kissed a bear, I never kissed a goon
But I can shake a chicken in the middle of the room
Let's have a party
Hoo, let's have a party
Well, send 'im to the store, let's buy some more
Let's have a party tonight

Honky-Tonky' Joe is knockin' at the door
Bring him in an' fill 'im up an' sit 'im on the floor
Let's have a party
Hoo, let's have a party
Well, send 'im to the store, let's buy some more
Let's have a party tonight

The meat is on the stove, the bread's a-gettin' hot
Everybody run, they got the possum in the pot
Let's have a party
Hoo, let's have a party
Well, send 'im to the store, let's buy some more
Let's have a party tonight
Let's have a party tonight




Let's have a party tonight
We're gonna have a party tonight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Jackson Wanda’s song 'Let’s Have A Party' are simple yet catchy. The song was released in 1960 and quickly became popular for its upbeat rhythm and infectious chorus that exclaims, “Let’s have a party!” The song invites everyone to embrace the spirit of celebration and enjoy the night. The lyrics suggest that some people like to rock and some like to roll, but what satisfies the songwriter's soul is movin’ and a-groovin’.


The song's lyrics suggest that everyone needs to let loose and forget their worries. The writer has never kissed a bear or a goon, but they can shake a chicken in the middle of the room. The lyricist compares shaking a chicken to dancing and enjoying life. The lyrics further describe the excitement of inviting Honky-Tonky' Joe to the party and filling him up with some refreshments. The meat is cooking on the stove, and the bread is getting hot, indicating a grand feast has been prepared for the partygoers. The final lines of the song reiterate the call for a party, as the writer and their friends gear up to have a great time.


Overall, the song's lyrics underline the importance of living life free from inhibitions and enjoying the moments that matter. It perfectly captures the essence of the 60s, known as a decade of carefree happiness and excitement. Jackson Wanda's 'Let's Have A Party' encourages everyone to pause their daily routine, enjoy the company of friends and family, and let the good times roll.


Line by Line Meaning

Some people like to rock, some people like to roll
Everyone has different tastes in music and dancing.


But movin' and a-groovin's gonna satisfy my soul
Dancing and having fun makes me feel happy and content.


Let's have a party
Let's gather together to have a fun celebration.


Hoo, let's have a party
Expressing enthusiasm for the party idea.


Well, send 'im to the store, let's buy some more
Let's get more supplies for the party.


I never kissed a bear, I never kissed a goon
I haven't had wild and crazy experiences, but I know how to dance.


But I can shake a chicken in the middle of the room
I am confident in my dancing abilities and can have fun with it.


Honky-Tonky' Joe is knockin' at the door
Someone is arriving at the party.


Bring him in an' fill 'im up an' sit 'im on the floor
Let's welcome him and give him some refreshments and a good spot to sit.


The meat is on the stove, the bread's a-gettin' hot
Food is being prepared for the party.


Everybody run, they got the possum in the pot
There is an unexpected surprise in the food being cooked.


Let's have a party tonight
Reiterating the plan to have a fun celebration tonight.


We're gonna have a party tonight
Anticipating the fun that's to come at the party.




Lyrics © IMAGEM MUSIC INC
Written by: Jessie May Robinson

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Comments from YouTube:

@danielle88nm

I believe she is the only one still alive of the original innovators of early rock and roll music.

@Hister333

She died a while ago, and Buddy Guy and the Collins Kids are still alive, I think.

@alexschalk5439

@Hister333 She's not dead, just retired.

@Hister333

@Alex Schalk Thank you for the correction.

@gibbs3042

google says her genre is country?

@alexschalk5439

@Gibbs She played some country songs, but not all her music was country. This is not a country song.

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@mmelivresque8613

DEAD POET SOCIETY
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@kimkrause8590

Her voice is so damn great!!l love her songs Wanda's music still rocks!l love Wanda Jackson so much she is a great singer my favorite singer she has a beautiful and lovely voice 🎸🎶🎤🎵🎼🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹💘💘💘💘💘💘💋👄😘😘😘😘😘😘😍😍😍😍😍😍🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰😻😻😻😻😻😻🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩💯💯💯💯💯💯💞💛🧡💕💚💟💙❣️❤️💜💖💓♥️

@Jim4979

Wanda's music still rocks!

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