Burn It Up
Janet Jackson (feat Missy Elliot) Lyrics


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Fire in the house
Burn that son of a

Whooo, I'ma shut this down
Kitty kat, meow, meow, meow, meow, meow
Hit it with the he, to the he to the how
Miss Jackson, oh she wear the crown
Brand new sound, got a brand new style
Coming with the banger like Boom Boom Pow
Wow, ooh, ooh, ooh, child
Janet Jackson come soon to your town

I am never gon', gonna go nowhere
Quick to brag nigga, know I been right here
Lately I've been on, on a mission yeah
That I may never get another move, yeah

So tell me what you wanna do? Louder
But don't do nothin' stupid
What is happening in front of you
All it is is love in the booth
Let's go

When the DJ play this we gon' dance like no one's watching
Hey Mr DJ, bump the track and won't you turn it up?
I'ma dance all night and I don't care who's out there watching us
Just give me that fire and
I'm gonna show you how to burn it up

Hurt your body, burn it up more
Burn it up and burn it up more
Hurt your body, burn it up more
That's how I burn it up

Ain't no sittin' down, gotta keep it up
Me and Missy got the whole room jumpin' up (that's right)
Instant motion from the second it drop
We get ahead with the beat is so hot, hot

So tell me what you wanna do? Louder
But don't do nothin' stupid
What is happening in front of you
All it is is love in the booth
Here we go
When the DJ play this we gon' dance like no one's watching
Hey Mr DJ bump the track and won't you turn it up
I'ma dance all night and I don't care who's out there watching us
Just give me that fire, I'ma show you how to burn it up

When the DJ play this we gon' dance like no one's watching
Hey Mr DJ bump the track and won't you turn it up
I'ma dance all night and I don't care who's out there watching us
Just give me that fire, I'ma show you how to burn it up

Hurt your body, burn it up more
Burn it up and burn it up more
Hurt your body, burn it up more
Burn it up and burn it up more

Now this your jam, now do your dance
This that jam, now do your dance
This that jam, now do your dance
This that jam, now do your dance
Make it work, make it work, make it work (work)
Make it work, make it work, make it work (drop)
Make it work, make it work, make it work (come on, girls)
Make it work, make it work, make it work (sing this song with me)

Tonight, we gon' go all together
Let me see your hands up high
(Hurt your body, burn it up more)
Wanna come with me and take a ride
(Hurt your body, burn it up more)
Baby this is how I do it
Ah, we feeling good
Ah, we in this place
Ah, now bring that beat back, Mr DJ

When the DJ play this we gon' dance like no one's watching
Hey Mr DJ bump the track and won't you turn it up
I'ma dance all night and I don't care who's out there watching us
Just give me that fire, I'ma show you how to burn it up

Hurt your body, burn it up more
Burn it up and burn it up more
Hurt your body, burn it up more
That's how I burn it up
That's how I burn it up
That's how I burn it up
That's how I burn it up
That's how I burn it up




That's how I burn it up
That's how I burn it up

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Janet Jackson's "Burn It Up" featuring Missy Elliot are all about letting go of inhibitions and dancing as if nobody is watching. The song starts with the explosive declaration, "Fire in the house, burn that son of a," that sets the tone for the rest of the track. It's a call to action, encouraging everyone to get on their feet and let loose. Miss Jackson is coming to the town with a brand new sound and style, and she's brought a banger like "Boom Boom Pow" to make sure the party never stops.


Throughout the song, there are themes of freedom and self-expression. The chorus encourages people to "burn it up" and "hurt your body" with the music, because that's what it's all about. There's an inspiring message to get lost in the music and let it take you where it will. Overall, "Burn It Up" is a song about letting go of fears, self-doubt, and anything else that could hold you back and allowing yourself to feel the music and enjoy the moment.


Line by Line Meaning

Fire in the house
There is a lot of energy and excitement in this place


Burn that son of a
We are going to turn up the music and have a great time


Whooo, I'ma shut this down
I am going to take charge and make this party amazing


Kitty kat, meow, meow, meow, meow, meow
I am feeling flirty and playful like a cat


Hit it with the he, to the he to the how
I am going to dance and move in a way that feels good to me


Miss Jackson, oh she wear the crown
Janet Jackson is a music legend and a true queen


Brand new sound, got a brand new style
Our music is fresh and unique, and we are proud of it


Coming with the banger like Boom Boom Pow
Our music is powerful and catchy, and it will get people dancing


Wow, ooh, ooh, ooh, child
This music is really exciting and fun


Janet Jackson come soon to your town
We are excited to share our music with fans all over the world


I am never gon', gonna go nowhere
I am committed to my music and will always stay true to it


Quick to brag nigga, know I been right here
I am proud of my work and confident in my abilities as a musician


Lately I've been on, on a mission yeah
I am focused on making great music and sharing it with the world


That I may never get another move, yeah
I want to make the most of every opportunity I have to create music


So tell me what you wanna do? Louder
Are you ready to dance and have fun? Let's turn up the volume!


But don't do nothin' stupid
Let's enjoy ourselves, but be responsible and safe


What is happening in front of you
Just focus on the music and dancing, and forget about everything else


All it is is love in the booth
The music is a way for us to express our love and passion for life


When the DJ play this we gon' dance like no one's watching
Let's dance as if no one is watching and just enjoy the moment


Hey Mr DJ, bump the track and won't you turn it up?
Let's turn up the volume and really feel the music


I'ma dance all night and I don't care who's out there watching us
I am going to dance and have fun, no matter who is watching or what they think


Just give me that fire and
I want the music to be energetic and exciting


I'm gonna show you how to burn it up
I am going to dance in a way that shows my passion for the music


Hurt your body, burn it up more
Let's move our bodies and really feel the music


That's how I burn it up
This is how I express myself through dance and music


Ain't no sittin' down, gotta keep it up
We need to keep dancing and having fun, no matter what


Me and Missy got the whole room jumpin' up (that's right)
Our music is so infectious that it's getting everyone in the room dancing


Instant motion from the second it drop
As soon as the music starts playing, we can't help but move to the beat


We get ahead with the beat is so hot, hot
The music is so good that it is driving us to dance harder and faster


Here we go
Let's keep the party going!


Make it work, make it work, make it work (work)
Let's keep dancing and enjoying the music


Make it work, make it work, make it work (drop)
Let's move our bodies and really feel the music


Make it work, make it work, make it work (come on, girls)
Let's keep dancing and having fun, especially with the ladies


Make it work, make it work, make it work (sing this song with me)
Let's all sing and dance together to this awesome song


Tonight, we gon' go all together
Let's all enjoy this moment together


Let me see your hands up high
Let's all raise our hands and feel the music


(Hurt your body, burn it up more)
Let's keep moving and really feel the music in our bodies


Wanna come with me and take a ride
Let's all enjoy this music together and go on a journey of dance and excitement


Baby this is how I do it
This is how I express myself through dance and music


Ah, we feeling good
The music is making us feel happy and alive


Ah, we in this place
We are fully immersed in the music and enjoying the moment


Ah, now bring that beat back, Mr DJ
Let's keep the music going and dance all night long


That's how I burn it up
This is how I express myself through dance and music




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DWAYNE ALLEN ABERNATHY, MELISSA A. ELLIOTT, JAMES SAMUEL HARRIS III, JANET JACKSON, TERRY STEVEN LEWIS

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@sami2971

[Intro: Missy Elliott]
Whooo, I'ma shut this down
Kitty kat, meow, meow, meow, meow, meow
Hit it with the he, to the he to the how
Miss Jackson, oh she wear the crown
Brand new sound, got a brand new style
Coming with the banger like Boom Boom Pow
Wow, ooh, ooh, ooh, child
Janet Jackson come soon to your town

[Verse 1: Janet Jackson]
I am never gon', gonna go nowhere
Quit actin' brand new, you know I've been right here
Lately I've been on, on a mission yeah
But that don’t mean I’ve forgotten how to move you
Yeah yeah yeah

[Pre-Chorus: Janet Jackson]
So tell me what you wanna do? Louder
But don't do nothin' stupid
What is happening in front of you
All it is is love on the move


[Chorus: Janet Jackson]
When the DJ play this we gon' dance like no one's watching
Hey Mr DJ, drop that track and won't you turn it up
I'ma dance all night and I don't care who's out there watching us
Just give me that fire and I'ma show you how to burn it up

[Post-Chorus]
Let your body burn it all up
Burn it up and burn it all up
Let your body, burn it all up
That's how I burn it up

[Verse 2: Janet Jackson]
Ain’t no sitting down, gotta keep it up
Me and Missy got the whole room jumping off (that's right)
Instant motion from the second it drops
We got a headbanger, the beat is so hot, hot

[Pre-Chorus: Janet Jackson]
So tell me what you wanna do? Louder
But don't do nothin' stupid
What is happening in front of you
All it is is love from the booth

[Chorus: Janet Jackson]
When the DJ play this we gon' dance like no one's watching
Hey Mr DJ, drop that track and won't you turn it up
I'ma dance all night and I don't care who's out there watching us
Just give me that fire and I'ma show you how to burn it up


When the DJ play this we gon' dance like no one's watching
Hey Mr DJ, drop that track and won't you turn it up
I'ma dance all night and I don't care who's out there watching us
Just give me that fire and I'ma show you how to burn it up

[Post-Chorus]
Let your body burn it all up
Burn it up and burn it all up
Let your body, burn it all up
That's how I burn it up

[Bridge: Missy Elliot]
Missy!
Now this your jam, now do your dance
This that jam, now do your dance
If this that jam, now do your dance
This that jam, now do your dance
Make it work, make it work, make it work (work)
Make it work, make it work, make it work (drop that)
Make it work, make it work, make it work (come on, girls)
Make it work, make it work, make it work (sing this song with me)

[Verse 3: Janet Jackson]
Tonight, we gon' come all together
Let me see your hands up high
(Hurt your body, burn it up more)
Wanna come with me and take a ride
(Hurt your body, burn it up more)
Baby this is how I do it
Ah, we feeling good
Ah, we in this place
Ah, now bring that beat back, Mr DJ



@freethevision4684

Janet is going off!! She's killing this shit! And the first verse she's talking big and much deserved shit!!

Verse 1:
I ain't never gone go nowhere
Quit actin brand new, you know I've been right here
Lately I've been gone on a mission yea
But that don't mean I forgot how to move it yea


In other words, don't try me. I'm Janet fucking Jackson. Don't act like you forgot. I had to handle some business, and if you forgot my name just give me a hot ass beat and watch me burn it up. I'm not new to this, I'm true to this.



All comments from YouTube:

@gregorywhite2008

Janet just snatched my wig with this track.

@AlexTheeGr8t

+G White that's an A+ 3 Stars on top of your paper comment. Just funny as hell.

@KelzG1

This is hot as hell!!

@AndresBarbados91

+G White I just died and went to heaven, your comment killed me

@gregorywhite2008

+AlexTheGreat LOL-what was my paper comment?

@AlexTheeGr8t

+G White Not your paper comment your regular snatched comment. I gave you an A+ and 3 Stars like kids get on their work in grade school when they do an Outstanding job. That was an outstanding comment and made me laugh.

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@TakoBatkuashvili

Just watched Eoddae’s performance on this. It was🔥🔥🔥

@cubemontalba3323

same I'm Eoddae's fan and their dance routine is so cool.

@kareez3579

SAMEEEE!!!

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