The company was founded by Cliff Chenfeld and Craig Balsam in 2001 under Razor & Tie Entertainment. The albums are composed of "kid-friendly" versions of the latest songs on Top 40 radio and are sung by young children. Each year, Kidz Bop releases 2 volume CDs, as well of 4 "music compilations".
According to Billboard, three Kidz Bop albums were among the top ten children's albums sold in 2010, including both of the top two albums. Kidz Bop 18 was the #1 kids’ album of 2010; Kidz Bop 17 ranked in at #2, and Kidz Bop 16 was #10.
In addition to music, the brand also has a social networking and content sharing website, KidzBop.com.
Can't Hold Us
KIDZ BOP Kids Lyrics
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What it is
What it does
What it is
What it isn't
Looking for a better way to get up out of bed
Instead of getting on the internet and checking out who hit me, get up
Thrift shop, pimp strut walking
Somewhere between like Rocky and Cosby
Sweater game nope nope y'all can't copy
Yup, Bad, moonwalking
This here, is our party
My posse's been on Broadway
And we did it our way
Grown music
I shed my skin and put my bones into everything I record to it
And yet I'm on
Let that stage light go and shine on down
Got that Bob Barker suit game and plinko in my style
Money, stay on my craft and stick around for those pounds
But, I do that to pass the torch and put on for my town
Trust me, on my I-N-D-E-P-E-N-D-E-N-T shit hustlin'
Chasing dreams since I was 14
With the four track bussing
Halfway cross that city with the backpack
Fat cat, crushing labels out here
Nah they can't tell me nothing
We give that to the people
Spread it across the country
Labels out here
Nah they can't tell me nothing
We give it to the people
Spread it across the country
Can we go back, this is the moment
Tonight is the night, we'll fight till it's over
So we put our hands up like the ceiling can't hold us
Like the ceiling can't hold us
Can we go back, this is the moment
Tonight is the night, we'll fight till it's over
So we put our hands up like the ceiling can't hold us
Like the ceiling can't hold us
Now can I kick it, thank you
Yeah I'm so damn grateful
I grew up, really wanted gold fronts
But that's what you get when Wu-Tang raised you
Y'all can't stop me
Go hard like I got an 808 in my heart beat
And I'm eating at the beat like you gave a little
speed to a great white shark on shark week
Raw, time to go off, I'm gone!
Deuces goodbye, I got a world to see, and my girl she wanna see Rome
Caesar make you a believer
Nah I never ever did it for a throne
That validation comes from giving it back to the people
Nah sing a song and it goes like
Raise those hands, this is our party
We came here to live life like nobody was watching
I got my city right behind me, if I fall, they got me
Learn from that failure gain humility and then we keep marching I said
Can we go back, this is the moment
Tonight is the night, we'll fight till it's over
So we put our hands up like the ceiling can't hold us
Like the ceiling can't hold us
Can we go back, this is the moment
Tonight is the night, we'll fight till it's over
So we put our hands up like the ceiling can't hold us
Like the ceiling can't hold us
Na na na na na na na na
And all my people say
Na na na na na na na na
And all my people say
Na na na na na na na na
And all my people say
Na na na na na na na na
Ma-ckle-e-e-e-e-more
Can we go back, this is the moment
Tonight is the night, we'll fight till it's over
So we put our hands up like the ceiling can't hold us
Like the ceiling can't hold us
Can we go back, this is the moment
Tonight is the night, we'll fight till it's over
So we put our hands up like the ceiling can't hold us
Like the ceiling can't hold us
The song "Can't Hold Us" by Kidz Bop is a motivational hip-hop track that speaks to pursuing your dreams, striving for success, and celebrating your achievements. The opening lines of the song "Return of the Mac, get em, what it is, what it does, what it is, what it isn't" means that the artist is back and ready to take on the world. The song then speaks to finding a better way to start your day than checking social media and email. The lyrics also touch on the artist's personal growth and journey to success, including references to influences like Wu-Tang and Caesar.
The chorus of the song speaks to the idea of living in the moment and fighting until the end. It encourages listeners to raise their hands and celebrate, like the ceiling can't hold them. The verses exude confidence and speak to the artist's dedication to their craft, their hometown, and the people who support them.
The lyrics of "Can't Hold Us" have been interpreted to mean that success is attainable if you work hard, stay focused, and stay true to yourself. It is a song that speaks to overcoming adversity, pushing past limits, and celebrating your own unique journey.
Line by Line Meaning
Return of the Mac, get em
I'm back and ready to take over
What it is
The situation at hand
What it does
The function or effect of the situation
What it is
The situation at hand
What it isn't
Clarifying what the situation is not
Looking for a better way to get up out of bed
Trying to find more productive ways to start the day
Instead of getting on the internet and checking out who hit me, get up
Choosing to start the day without being distracted by social media and focusing on productivity
Thrift shop, pimp strut walking
Walking confidently and stylishly, despite wearing affordable clothing
Little bit of humble, little bit of cautious
Being modest and careful, despite success
Somewhere between like Rocky and Cosby
Balancing strength and humor, like the characters Rocky and Cosby
Sweater game nope nope y'all can't copy
Having a unique and enviable sense of style
Yup, Bad, moonwalking
Being confident and talented, like Michael Jackson's moonwalking
This here, is our party
The sense of ownership and excitement in the moment
My posse's been on Broadway
My group of friends have had success and recognition in entertainment
And we did it our way
Achieving success in our own unique way
Grown music
Mature and sophisticated music
I shed my skin and put my bones into everything I record to it
Expressing true emotions and putting your all into your work
And yet I'm on
Still achieving success despite challenges
Let that stage light go and shine on down
Embracing the spotlight and shining bright for all to see
Got that Bob Barker suit game and plinko in my style
Having a unique and classy sense of style
Money, stay on my craft and stick around for those pounds
Putting in hard work and dedication to achieve monetary success
But, I do that to pass the torch and put on for my town
Using success to inspire and uplift others in the community
Trust me, on my I-N-D-E-P-E-N-D-E-N-T shit hustlin'
Working hard and being independent in the pursuit of success
Chasing dreams since I was 14
Pursuing aspirations of success and achievement from a young age
With the four track bussing
Recording music with a four track recorder
Halfway cross that city with the backpack
Traveling through the city with determination and a sense of purpose
Fat cat, crushing labels out here
Achieving success and defeating competitors in the music industry
Nah they can't tell me nothing
Ignoring the opinions of naysayers and sticking to one's own values and goals
We give that to the people
Providing quality and meaningful music to the audience
Spread it across the country
Sharing and promoting the music to a wider audience
Can we go back, this is the moment
Reflecting on and cherishing the present moment
Tonight is the night, we'll fight till it's over
Dedicating oneself to achieving success and not giving up until it's attained
So we put our hands up like the ceiling can't hold us
Celebrating success and feeling unstoppable
Na na na na na na na na
Expressing excitement and celebration
And all my people say
The sense of unity and togetherness
Mackle-e-e-e-e-more
A shoutout to the artist Macklemore
Now can I kick it, thank you
Asking for permission and showing gratitude for the opportunity to perform
Yeah I'm so damn grateful
Being thankful for the opportunities and success received
I grew up, really wanted gold fronts
Desiring material possessions and success early on
But that's what you get when Wu-Tang raised you
Being influenced and inspired by successful artists like Wu-Tang Clan
Y'all can't stop me
Feeling invincible and unstoppable
Go hard like I got an 808 in my heart beat
Putting in maximum effort and energy in the pursuit of success
And I'm eating at the beat like you gave a little speed to a great white shark on shark week
Dominating and excelling in the music industry like a shark devouring its prey
Raw, time to go off, I'm gone!
Being outspoken and unafraid to speak one's mind
Deuces goodbye, I got a world to see, and my girl she wanna see Rome
Being versatile and diverse, with aspirations of traveling and experiencing the world
Caesar make you a believer
Having the power and ability to inspire and motivate others
Nah I never ever did it for a throne
Not seeking power or control, but rather using success as an opportunity to give back to the community
That validation comes from giving it back to the people
Feeling fulfilled and validated by positively impacting others through music
Nah sing a song and it goes like
Using music as a means of expression and communication
Raise those hands, this is our party
Encouraging others to celebrate and enjoy the moment
We came here to live life like nobody was watching
Embracing and enjoying the present moment, without worrying about judgement or criticism
I got my city right behind me, if I fall, they got me
Feeling supported and encouraged by one's community
Learn from that failure gain humility and then we keep marching I said
Using failure as a learning opportunity and striving to continue moving forward
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Benjamin Haggerty, Ryan Scott Lewis, Raymond A. Dalton
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