Dancing in the Street
Karaoke All-Stars Lyrics
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(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain)
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain-rain-rain-rain)
You know you’ve been working, working, working way too hard
You’ve got to just put it, put it, put it all on pause
Gotta learn to let go
Let yourself know
It’s okay to take it slow
Are you staying dry?
When it’s raining right outside
You’ll find me dancing in the rain
Dancing in the rain
Life is too short to live in vain
Short to live in vain
When it rains, it pours
Only a fool would stay indoors
So you’ll find me dancing in the rain
Dancing in the rain
The weatherman said you better get prepared
He ain’t a vet but it’s raining cats and dogs out there
He said it’s raining men, yeah, it’s raining fellas
Grab your boots and your coats and your umbrellas
I don’t need all that, wanna get a little wet
Don’t shelter from the storm, learn to dance where you’re at
You’re singing, “Rain, rain, go away, come again another day”
But thunder clouds are here to stay until you’re dancing in the rain
Waltz in the rain, polka in the rain
Break it down and let me see you get low in the rain
Tango in the rain, ballet in the rain
Hoedown throwdown, square dance in the rain
If you stumble, make it part of the dance
You’ll never ever know until you take that chance
Don’t be afraid to let yourself go
‘Cause after the rain there comes a rainbow
You’ll find me dancing in the rain
Dancing in the rain
Life is too short to live in vain
Short to live in vain
When it rains, it pours
Only a fool would stay indoors
So you’ll find me dancing in the rain
Dancing in the rain
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain)
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain)
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain-rain-rain-rain)
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain)
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain)
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain-rain-rain-rain)
Gotta ask yourself why
Are you staying dry?
Gotta ask yourself why
When it’s raining right outside
Woah
You’ll find me dancing in the rain (Dancing in the rain)
Dancing in the rain (The rain)
Life is too short to live in vain
Short to live in vain (Oh, woah, oh, oh)
When it rains, it pours (Pours)
Only a fool would stay indoors
So you’ll find me dancing in the rain
Dancing in the rain
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain)
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain)
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain-rain-rain-rain)
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain)
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain)
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain-rain-rain-rain)
The song "Dancing in the Street" by Karaoke All-Stars is an upbeat and empowering anthem about embracing life's challenges and finding joy in the midst of difficult circumstances. The lyrics convey a message of letting go, taking risks, and living life to the fullest.
The song starts by acknowledging the hard work and stress that the listener has been experiencing ("You know you’ve been working, working, working way too hard"). It encourages them to take a break and put their worries aside ("You’ve got to just put it, put it, put it all on pause"). The lyrics emphasize the importance of learning to let go and reminding oneself that it is okay to slow down and enjoy the present moment ("Gotta learn to let go, Let yourself know, It’s okay to take it slow").
The chorus of the song emphasizes the theme of embracing life and living without regrets. It suggests that life is too short to be wasted or lived in vain ("Life is too short to live in vain"). The lyrics use the metaphor of dancing in the rain to symbolize fully experiencing and enjoying life. It encourages the listener to step out of their comfort zone and take risks, even when faced with challenging circumstances ("When it rains, it pours, Only a fool would stay indoors"). By choosing to dance in the rain, they embrace the unpredictability and spontaneity of life.
The second verse introduces the character of a weatherman warning about a heavy rainstorm. However, rather than seeking shelter, the lyrics urge the listener to embrace the rain and get a little wet. It suggests that avoiding challenges or seeking shelter is unnecessary, and instead, the listener should learn to dance in the storm. The lyrics mention various dance forms, such as waltz, polka, tango, ballet, hoedown, and square dance, to emphasize the versatility and creativity in finding joy and expression even in adverse conditions.
The song concludes by reinforcing the idea that taking risks and letting go can lead to happiness and fulfillment. The lyrics encourage self-reflection and challenge the listener to question their choices ("Gotta ask yourself why, Are you staying dry?"). By choosing to dance in the rain instead of staying indoors, the listener is encouraged to live a life without regrets and embrace the challenges that come their way. Ultimately, the lyrics affirm that after the rain, there will always be a rainbow, symbolizing hope, renewal, and the rewards of resilience and positivity.
Line by Line Meaning
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain)
Expressing the enjoyment and freedom of dancing in the rain
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain)
Emphasizing the joy and excitement of dancing in the rain
(D-d-d-d-dancing in the rain-rain-rain-rain)
Reiterating the repeated, rhythmic movement of dancing in the rain
You know you’ve been working, working, working way too hard
Acknowledging the excessive effort and labor one has been putting in
You’ve got to just put it, put it, put it all on pause
Recommending to temporarily stop and take a break from all the responsibilities
Gotta learn to let go
Encouraging the release of stress and worries
Let yourself know
Promoting self-awareness and understanding of the need to relax
It’s okay to take it slow
Assuring that it is acceptable to slow down and not rush through life
Gotta ask yourself why
Prompting introspection and questioning of one's choices
Are you staying dry?
Challenging the decision to avoid new experiences and opportunities
When it’s raining right outside
Highlighting the presence of opportunities and possibilities in current circumstances
You’ll find me dancing in the rain
Asserting the preference and inclination to actively participate and enjoy life
Life is too short to live in vain
Emphasizing the limited time available and the need to make the most out of it
When it rains, it pours
Suggesting that when opportunities arise, they often come in abundance
Only a fool would stay indoors
Implying that it is foolish to pass up on opportunities and refuse to take risks
The weatherman said you better get prepared
Referring to conventional advice and suggesting the need for readiness
He ain’t a vet but it’s raining cats and dogs out there
Using a humorous phrase to convey heavy rainfall and difficult conditions
He said it’s raining men, yeah, it’s raining fellas
Playfully alluding to the fact that there are plenty of opportunities available
Grab your boots and your coats and your umbrellas
Encouraging preparedness and embracing the challenges of life
I don’t need all that, wanna get a little wet
Rejecting the conventional precautions and expressing a desire for adventure
Don’t shelter from the storm, learn to dance where you’re at
Advising against seeking refuge from difficulties and instead embracing them
You’re singing, “Rain, rain, go away, come again another day”
Referencing a popular rhyme to depict the desire for problems to dissipate
But thunder clouds are here to stay until you’re dancing in the rain
Implying that challenges persist until one learns to face them head-on with positivity
Waltz in the rain, polka in the rain
Suggesting different styles of dancing to express joy and freedom
Break it down and let me see you get low in the rain
Encouraging free and spontaneous movement, even in unfavorable conditions
Tango in the rain, ballet in the rain
Highlighting various dance genres as metaphors for adapting to challenges
Hoedown throwdown, square dance in the rain
Emphasizing the inclusivity of all dance forms when facing obstacles
If you stumble, make it part of the dance
Asserting the importance of embracing mistakes and turning them into opportunities
You’ll never ever know until you take that chance
Encouraging the willingness to explore and seize opportunities for personal growth
Don’t be afraid to let yourself go
Urging the release of inhibitions and embracing one's true self
‘Cause after the rain, there comes a rainbow
Promising that there will be positive outcomes and rewards after overcoming challenges
Woah
Expressing a moment of astonishment or realization
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Casey Kassal
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