Body Language
Jesse McCartney Lyrics


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Ooo, that body's like music to my ear
Ooo, that body's like music to my ear
Ooo, that body's like music to my ear
Cause what you want is right here

Oh she, oh she so international
The way, the way she get it on the floor
I'm tryin', I'm tryin' to holler at you
I want to get to know you better

Parlez vous francais?
Konichiwa
Come and move in my way
Hey, little chica from Guadeloupe
That thing you got behind you is amazing

Now, I don't speak Spanish, Japanese or French
And the way that body's talkin' definitely makes sense
It's her, her body, her body, her body language
It's her, her body, her body, her body language
The way she moves around
When she grinds to the beat
Breaking it down articulately
It's her, her body, her body, her body language
It's her, her body, her body, her body

That make me want to say hey ('ey! )
Hey ('ey! )
Hey ('ey! )
It's her, her body, her body, her body language
C'mon

Shorty, let me whisper in your ear
Tell you everything you wanna hear
You got my vote: Hottest Girl of the Year
Let's have a celebration, baby

Parlez vous francais?
Konichiwa
Come and move in my way
Hey, little chica from Guadeloupe
That thing you got behind you is amazing

I don't speak Spanish, Japanese or French
But the way that body's talkin' definitely makes sense
It's her, her body, her body, her body language
It's her, her body, her body, her body language
The way she moves around
When she grinds to the beat
Breaking it down articulately
It's her, her body, her body, her body language
It's her, her body, her body, her body

That make me want to say hey ('ey!)
Hey ('ey!)
Hey ('ey!)
It's her, her body, her body, her body language
C'mon

I'm lifting up my voice to say
You're the hottest girl in the world today
The way you shake
You got me losing my mind
You're banging like a speakerbox
Turn around; the party stops
Universal lady, let me take you away

I don't speak Spanish, Japanese or French
And the way that body's talkin' definitely makes sense now
It's her, her body, her body, her body language
It's her, her body, her body, her body language
It's the way she moves around
When she grinds to the beat
Breaking it down articulately
It's her, her body, her body, her body language
It's her, her body, her body, her body

You make me want to say hey ('ey!)
Hey ('ey!)
Hey ('ey!)
It's her, her body, body, body language
C'mon

Ooo, that body's like music to my ear
Ooo, that body's like music to my ear




Ooo, that body's like music to my ear
'Cause what you want is right here

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jesse McCartney's "Body Language" are about the attraction of the singer to a girl's body language, and how it's like music to his ears. The girl is described as being "international" and having a captivating way of moving on the dance floor. The singer tries to get closer to her and learn more about her. The chorus references various languages, such as French, Spanish, and Japanese, but ultimately suggests that her body language is the most effective form of communication.


The opening lines of the song, "Ooo, that body's like music to my ear," set the tone for the rest of the song. These lines suggest that the body is a form of expression, just like music is. The repetition of this line emphasizes the importance of physical attraction in the song. The next couple of lines describe the girl's ability to move on the dance floor and the singer's desire to get to know her better.


The chorus centers around the idea of the girl's body language being the most effective way of communicating, even more so than language itself. Jesse McCartney suggests that the girl's movements are "artistic" and convey a message without words. The references to different languages and cultures emphasize the idea that physical attraction is universal.


Overall, "Body Language" is a fun and catchy song that celebrates the power of physical attraction and dance as a universal form of communication.


Line by Line Meaning

Ooo, that body's like music to my ear
The appealing physical features of the person being referred, are as enchanting as music to the singer's ears.


'Cause what you want is right here
The desired person is in close proximity to the singer and available for interaction.


Oh she, oh she so international
The person in question possesses a cosmopolitan and worldly charm that is attractive to the singer.


The way, the way she get it on the floor
The person being referred to is exquisite in their dance moves, as they are captivating and mesmerizing.


I'm tryin', I'm tryin' to holler at you
The artist is trying their best to initiate a conversation or interaction with the person being referred to.


I want to get to know you better
The singer desires to establish a better understanding of the person they are interested in, leading to a substantial bond.


Parlez vous francais?
A greeting in French, with an inquiry if the person knows how to speak the language.


Konichiwa
A greeting in Japanese indicating respect and politeness


Hey, little chica from Guadeloupe
A term of endearment for the person being referred to, hinting towards their ethnicity or national origin.


That thing you got behind you is amazing
A compliment on the physical features of the person being referred to, highlighting the artist's fascination with them.


Now, I don't speak Spanish, Japanese or French
An acknowledgment by the singer of their lack of knowledge of multiple languages.


And the way that body's talkin' definitely makes sense
The physical movements and expressions of the person being referred to are apparent to the artist, communicating clear messages despite language barriers.


It's her, her body, her body, her body language
The physical expressions of the person being referred to, leave an impactful impression on the singer.


The way she moves around
The natural movements of the person being referred to, evoke adoration from the singer.


When she grinds to the beat
The singer is captivated by the dances moves of the person being referred to, entrancing the singer.


Breaking it down articulately
The person being referred to has a graceful and fluid rhythm to their movements, that stimulates the artist.


That make me want to say hey ('ey!)
The physical movements and expressions of the person being referred to, evoke excitement in the artist.


Shorty, let me whisper in your ear
The singer desires to speak in private with the person they are interested in, indicating a sense of intimacy.


Tell you everything you wanna hear
The singer is willing to say things that the person being referred to might want to listen to, displaying their desire to establish a bond.


You got my vote: Hottest Girl of the Year
The artist proclaims their admiration for the person being referred to, expressing their physical appeal.


Let's have a celebration, baby
The artist desires to celebrate the interest and mutual attraction between the two parties, indicating a willingness to establish a connection.


I'm lifting up my voice to say
The artist uses a vocal expression, to proclaim their affection and admiration for the person being referred to.


You're the hottest girl in the world today
The singer expresses that the person being referred to is the most attractive person in the world, indicating their level of infatuation.


You're banging like a speakerbox
A compliment on the person's physical attractiveness, likening them to a speaker that delivers stimulating sound waves.


Turn around; the party stops
An exaggeration by the singer on how their infatuation with the person being referred to, stops everything else around them.


Universal lady, let me take you away
The singer desires to take the person they are interested in, away from their routine life and towards excitement and fun.


It's her, her body, her body, her body language
The physical expressions and movements of the person being referred to, leave a lasting impression on the singer.


C'mon
An exclamation by the artist, urging the other party to join in on the excitement and fun.




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CORRON TY KEE COLE, JAMES BUNTON, JESSE MCCARTNEY

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Comments from YouTube:

@destinigarica6734

Jesse..... came into manhood without doing stupid shit.
True legend ladies and gentlemen!!

@rayonbyars9352

Of course..it runs in the family!!!!! his dad is legend all by himself!!!

@888microice888

Rayon ByarsΒ He is not Paul McCartney's son, if that's what you mean!!

@WillTheeTaurus

Rayon ByarsΒ His dad is a dentist.. lol

@minimoo362008

agreed 100%

@shoniastruck2398

I dont disagree, however, you have to realize he didn't have the papz and the social media up his ass like most of this younger generation, and so he was lucky in a way, but it always would have helped keep him in the spotlight more and maybe his music would have been more successful as it should be because hes very talented.

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@6647simon

2024 and this still hits hard πŸ’―πŸ˜Œ

@nelle541

2023 and this song is still a vibe! I miss music that was as timeless as this.

@nancydenge9857

I’m here with you

@ianhattersley4448

who's famous son is this ?

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