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.
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Rather Be
KIDZ BOP Kids Lyrics
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We have traveled land and sea
But as long as you are with me
There's no place I'd rather be
I would wait forever
Exulted in the seam
As long as I am with you
My heart continues to beat
With every step we take
Kyoto to The Bay
Strolling so casually
We're different and the same
Gave you another name
Switch up the batteries
If you gave me a chance I would take it
It's a shot in the dark but I'll make it
Know with all of your heart, you can't shame me
When I am with you, there's no place I'd rather be
No, no, no, no, no place I'd rather be
No, no, no, no, no place I'd rather be
No, no, no, no, no place I'd rather be
We staked out on a mission
To find our inner peace
Make it everlasting
So nothing's incomplete
It's easy being with you
Sacred simplicity
As long as we're together
There's no place I'd rather be
With every step we take
Kyoto to The Bay
Strolling so casually
We're different and the same
Gave you another name
Switch up the batteries
If you gave me a chance I would take it
It's a shot in the dark but I'll make it
Know with all of your heart, you can't shame me
When I am with you, there's no place I'd rather be
No, no, no, no, no place I'd rather be
No, no, no, no, no place I'd rather be
No, no, no, no, no place I'd rather be
When I am with you, there's no place I'd rather be
Hoo (be, be, be, be, be, be, be)
Yeah-e-yeah-e-yeah-e-yeah-e-yeah, yeah, yeah
If you gave me a chance I would take it
It's a shot in the dark but I'll make it
Know with all of your heart, you can't shame me
When I am with you, there's no place I'd rather be
No, no, no, no, no place I'd rather be
No, no, no, no, no place I'd rather be
No, no, no, no, no place I'd rather be
When I am with you, there's no place I'd rather be
The lyrics of the song "Rather Be" by KIDZ BOP Kids express a deep connection and dedication between two individuals. The song describes a journey, metaphorically and literally, to find comfort and inner peace. The opening lines suggest that the two people have traveled far and wide, but as long as they are together, they feel content and fulfilled. The lyrics convey a sense of longing and commitment as they state, "I would wait forever, exulted in the seam, as long as I am with you, my heart continues to beat."
The song emphasizes the unique bond between the two individuals by highlighting their differences and similarities. They casually stroll from Kyoto to The Bay, implying a physical journey, but also metaphorically representing different experiences they have had. The line "Gave you another name, switch up the batteries" suggests that they have gone through changes together and have evolved as a result.
The chorus of the song repeats the sentiment that when they are together, there is no other place they would rather be. It conveys a strong sense of love and security, emphasizing that their connection is unbreakable. The repetition of the chorus reinforces this commitment and serves as a declaration of their unwavering devotion.
Overall, "Rather Be" by KIDZ BOP Kids is a heartfelt song that celebrates the power of love and the joy of being in the company of someone you deeply care about.
Line by Line Meaning
We're a thousand miles from comfort
We have ventured far from our comfort zone
We have traveled land and sea
We have explored different landscapes and crossed vast bodies of water
But as long as you are with me
As long as we are together
There's no place I'd rather be
I prefer nowhere else to be
I would wait forever
I am willing to wait indefinitely
Exulted in the seam
Overflowing with joy in our connection
As long as I am with you
As long as we are together
My heart continues to beat
My heart keeps pumping with love
With every step we take
With each step we make
Kyoto to The Bay
From Kyoto to San Francisco Bay
Strolling so casually
Walking leisurely and carefree
We're different and the same
We may be unique, but also alike
Gave you another name
I bestowed upon you a special identity
Switch up the batteries
Recharge and renew our energy
If you gave me a chance I would take it
If you offered me an opportunity, I'd seize it
It's a shot in the dark but I'll make it
It may be uncertain, but I'll succeed
Know with all of your heart, you can't shame me
Have confidence that you cannot embarrass or discourage me
When I am with you, there's no place I'd rather be
Being with you is my ultimate preference
No, no, no, no, no place I'd rather be
Absolutely nowhere else I'd rather be
We staked out on a mission
We embarked on a purposeful journey
To find our inner peace
Seeking tranquility within ourselves
Make it everlasting
Ensure it remains eternal
So nothing's incomplete
Leaving no loose ends or unfinished matters
It's easy being with you
Being with you is effortless
Sacred simplicity
A revered simplicity
As long as we're together
As long as we are in each other's company
There's no place I'd rather be
Nowhere else I would choose to be
Hoo (be, be, be, be, be, be, be)
Vocalization indicating happiness and agreement
Yeah-e-yeah-e-yeah-e-yeah-e-yeah, yeah, yeah
Vocalization expressing enthusiasm
When I am with you, there's no place I'd rather be
Being with you is my absolute preference
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Nicole Marshall, Jack Patterson, Grace Chatto, Jimmy Napes
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