The accompanying music video for "Escapade" takes place at an exotic carnival setting, also featuring Jackson's trademark intense choreography. The song and its video has influenced other songs and videos from several artists, who have cited influence from its upbeat tempo and joyous feel. "Escapade" won a BMI Pop Award for Most Played Song due to its frequent airplay and popularity among the general public, and was also performed by Jackson in her Japanese commercials for Japan Airlines. It has been included in each of Jackson's greatest hits albums, Design of a Decade: 1986–1996 (1995), Number Ones (2009) and Icon: Number Ones (2010).
Escapade
Janet Jackson Lyrics
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Saw you standin' there with a smile
Lookin' shy, you caught my eye
Thought you'd want to hang for a while
Well I'd like to be with you
And you know it's Friday too
I hope you can find the time
This weekend to relax and unwind
My mind's tired
I've worked so hard all week (ooh, all week)
Cashed my check
I'm ready to go
I promise you
I'll show you such a good time
Come on, baby, let's get away
Let's save our troubles for another day
Come go with me, we've got it made
Let me take you on an escapade (let's go)
Escapade
We'll have a good time
Escapade
Leave your worries behind
Escapade
Well, you could be mine
Escapade
An escapade
So don't hold back
Just have a good time, yeah, yeah
We'll make the rules up as we go along
And break them all if we're not havin' fun
Come on, baby, let's get away (ooh)
Let's save our troubles for another day (ooh)
Come go with me, we've got it made (ooh)
Let me take you on an escapade (on an escapade)
Come on, baby, let's get away (ooh)
Let's save our troubles for another day (ooh)
Then go with me, we've got it made (ooh)
Let me take you on an escapade (let's go)
Minneapolis
Come on
Escapade
We'll have a good time
Escapade
Leave your worries behind
Escapade
Well you could be mine
Escapade
An escapade
My mind's tired, worked so hard (ooh, ooh)
Worked so hard all week (through the week)
I just got paid, we've got it made
Ready to go
I promise you, I'll show you such a good time
Come on, baby, let's get away (ooh) (baby, come on, now)
Let's save our troubles for another day (ooh) (save it for another day)
Come go with me, we've got it made (ooh) (baby, come on, now)
Let me take you on an escapade (on an escapade) (take the escapade)
Come on, baby, let's get away (ooh) (baby, come on, now)
Let's save our troubles for another day (ooh) (save it for another day)
Come go with me, we've got it made (ooh) (go on an escapade)
Let me take you on an escapade (let's go)
Come on, baby, let's get away (ooh) (escapade)
Let's save our troubles for another day (ooh) (escapade)
Come go with me, we've got it made (ooh) (escapade)
Let me take you on an escapade (escapade)
On an escapade, baby
The song "Escapade" by Janet Jackson is a fun and upbeat track about letting loose and having a good time. The lyrics describe the singer's desire to spend time with someone who has caught their eye, and to let go of their worries and "escape" from their daily routine. The song encourages spontaneity and living in the moment, with lines like "We'll make the rules up as we go along, and break them all if we're not havin' fun." The chorus repeats the word "escapade" as a call to action, inviting the listener to join in on this carefree adventure.
Overall, "Escapade" is a celebration of the joys of life outside of the daily grind. It encourages people to embrace spontaneity and to prioritize having fun and connecting with others. The song is full of energy and optimism, with catchy beats and a sing-along chorus, making it a fan favorite and a popular choice for dance parties and other lively gatherings.
Line by Line Meaning
As I was walkin' by
I noticed you from a distance
Saw you standin' there with a smile
You looked happy and welcoming
Lookin' shy, you caught my eye
You seemed timid, but I was drawn to you
Thought you'd want to hang for a while
I hoped we could spend some time together
Well I'd like to be with you
I am attracted to you and want to spend time together
And you know it's Friday too
This is the perfect day to have some fun
I hope you can find the time
I hope you can make time for me
This weekend to relax and unwind
So we can both take a break and enjoy ourselves
My mind's tired
I am mentally exhausted
I've worked so hard all week (ooh, all week)
I have been working tirelessly all week
Cashed my check
I have received my paycheck
I'm ready to go
I am ready to have some fun and let loose
I promise you
I assure you
I'll show you such a good time
We will enjoy ourselves to the fullest
Come on, baby, let's get away
Let's go on a trip and escape from our daily routine
Let's save our troubles for another day
Let's forget about our problems and enjoy the moment
Come go with me, we've got it made
This trip will be great, we are both in a good place in our lives
Let me take you on an escapade (let's go)
Let me take you on this exciting adventure
Escapade
An exciting adventure
We'll have a good time
We will enjoy ourselves and have fun
Leave your worries behind
Forget about your problems and enjoy the moment
Well, you could be mine
We could be together and have a great time
So don't hold back
Don't be afraid to let loose and have fun
Just have a good time, yeah, yeah
Let's enjoy ourselves and have fun
We'll make the rules up as we go along
We will decide what to do as we go, without any strict plans
And break them all if we're not havin' fun
If we are not enjoying something, we don't have to do it
Minneapolis
A city in Minnesota, USA
Come on
Let's go
On an escapade, baby
Let's go on an adventure together
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, JANET JACKSON DBA BLACK ICE, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: James Samuel Iii Harris, Janet Damita Jo Jackson, Terry Lewis
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@leokimvideo
I loved this song when it came out on Rhythm Nation in the late 80's and today I love it even more. Rhythm Nation has to be in the top 10 albums ever made.
@raegibson3066
Her best album for sure...
@PaladinLarec
Agreed. I don't know why it isn't held in the same regard as Thriller. I loved Rhythm Nation way better.
@saraliza3137
Rhythm Nation absolutely rocks! This is one of my absolute favorite songs and the whole album is amazing!
@chrisdonohue3843
Rhythm Nation and Teenage Dream are the only 2 albums ever to have 7 songs reach the top 5 on the Billboard Hot 100. The Old and New Testament of the Pop Bible ❤️
@armandoucles5346
FACTS!!!
@zentierra7803
This song is almost 35 years old ...and it STILL sounds fresh! 💖
@kristymcdowell6185
She is a living legend. She has SO MANY HITS. I think she is extremely underrated.
@Brownie-tg3nu
I’d like to know what her career would be like had her brother not have been the most famous person who has ever lived?
@dawnlee866
@@Brownie-tg3nu JJ is talented in own right. She would’ve been bigger than what she is now ❤😍🔥