He enjoyed some success in the 1970s, recording dance-oriented songs and novelty tracks for such labels as Alston and Sunshine Records. "Dance Across the Floor" was his lone R&B Top 10 hit in 1978, and it was written and produced by Harry Wayne Casey, of KC and the Sunshine Band fame. It has been sampled by controversial Gangsta rap group Da Lench Mob for their 1993 song "Freedom Got an AK", as well as by DJ Cash Money & Marvelous in their 1988 song "The Mighty Hard Rocker".
Horne's other Top 20 R&B single was "You Get Me Hot" in 1979 for Sunshine Records, although the prior release, "Spank," (sampled in 1998 for D'Menace's "Deep Menace"[2], as well as Ultra Naté's "Release The Pressure") also received airplay in many clubs. "Spank" featured in the 1998 film 54.
Horne's last single was the disco flavoured "Is It In" in 1980, which (due to the decline of disco's popularity) flopped, but later featured on the fictional radio station, Paradise FM, on Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories. It was also sampled by Jungle Brothers for the 1989 song "Beyond this World" as well as Kasino for their 1998 song "Nasty Girl".
Horne's 1978 song "Let me (Let Me Be Your Lover)" was sampled by the Stereo MCs in their 1992 song "Connected"
For a year between 1997 and 1998, Horne's 1977 song "Get Happy" was played in the background of The Chris Rock Show on HBO. It is also sampled in The Council's "Prepare For The Shining".
Dance Across The Floor
Jimmy 'Bo' Horne Lyrics
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Lets dance
Lets dance across the floor
Yeah lets do it
Lets dance
Lets do it some more
Ah lets do it
Lets dance
Yeah lets do it
Lets dance
Lets do it some more
With your baby
All night long
Doin the boogie to a funky song
Havin a good time doin it all
Gettin happy havin a ball, yall
Lets do it
Lets dance
Lets dance across the floor
Yeah lets do it
Lets dance
Lets do it some more
Get on up, come on and get on down
Shake your booty, shake it all around
Are you gonna, do you wanna
Come on out of your corner
The lyrics to Jimmy 'Bo' Horne's song Dance Across The Floor certainly invoke a sense of fun and excitement. The song is about letting loose and dancing without any inhibitions. Horne repeatedly urges the listener to dance more and more, using the simplistic repetition of his lyrics to create a hypnotic effect. He also emphasizes the importance of dancing with your lover or partner, and encourages everyone to have a good time in the process.
The song strongly features a boogie/funk theme, with the fast-paced rhythm and upbeat instrumentals mirroring the energy of dancing. Horne's use of "shaking your booty" further cements the idea that this song is meant to be a fun, lighthearted dance number. In many ways, the lyrics of this song invite the listener to let go of their worries and celebrate the simple pleasure of dancing.
Overall, Dance Across The Floor is a catchy tune that is difficult not to move to. Its simple lyrics and bouncy instrumentals conjure images of dance clubs and nights filled with fun and laughter. Through the song's upbeat tempo and lighthearted lyrics, Horne manages to capture the essence of what it means to let loose and have a good time.
Line by Line Meaning
Ah lets do it
Expressing enthusiasm for dancing.
Lets dance
Invitation to dance.
Lets dance across the floor
Encouraging partner to explore the dancefloor.
Yeah lets do it
Reiterating eagerness for dancing.
Lets do it some more
Expressing desire for an extended dance session.
With your baby
Suggesting dancing with a partner.
All night long
Inviting partner to dance for an extended period.
Doin the boogie to a funky song
Encouraging partner to dance to the groove of a funk song.
Havin a good time doin it all
Expressing enjoyment while dancing.
Gettin happy havin a ball, yall
Having a great time while dancing with others.
Get on up, come on and get on down
Exhorting listeners to rise and showcase their moves.
Shake your booty, shake it all around
Urging to show off some hip hop moves.
Are you gonna, do you wanna
Asking if they are up for continued dancing.
Come on out of your corner
Inviting reserved listeners to join in the fun on the dance floor.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HARRY WAYNE CASEY, RICHARD FINCH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Osimar Marques
Quem hoje tem menos de 40 não tem noção o quanto essa época era dançante e gostoso de mais de curtir!
Bons tempos!
Tania Maria
Dancei muitooooooooo! Eu era feliz e n sabia ! ❤❤👏👏💃💃🔥
AXL 22
ESSA EU DANÇO ATÉ HOJE 🎶BONS TEMPOS😎👍
Maria Loza
Essa geração jamais saberá o que é música de vdd. Bons tempos.Saudades.Clube do Palmeiras,Atlético,Cobrasseixos,.❤❤❤
levi braga
Essa leva a gente ate lá no túnel do tempo, uma época que nunca mais será repetida, mas que marcou nossa época, um show aos 60 ainda danço, uma das melhores coisas da vida
Germano Sobral
Esse balanço é muito bom! Marcou uma época de muita pista e muitas luzes. A Era Disco, que muito deveu aos artistas afrodescendentes, como Jimmy!
Daize De Souza Anchieta
😊 adoro essa música
Luis Santos
Vivenciamos essas músicas internacionais lindas , graças a Deus.
Janilson Palmeira
CHEGA LACRIMEJAR OS OLHOS, TIVE O PRIVILÉGIO DE VIVER ESSA ÉPOCA MARAVILHOSA
Edna Lúcia
Foi vida sem preconceito,sem rótulos, tivemos nossa época maravilhosa, maravilha