Blow
Kesha; Ke$ha Lyrics
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Dance
Back door cracked, we don't need a key
We get in for free
No VIP sleaze
Drink that Kool-Aid, follow my lead
Now you're one of us
It's time to kill the lights
And shut the DJ down
This place's about to
Tonight, we're takin' over
No one's getting out
This place about to blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
This place about to blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
This place about to blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
This place about to blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
This place about to
Now what? (What?) We're taking control
We get what we want
We do what you don't
Dirt and glitter cover the floor
We're pretty and sick
We're young and we're bored (ha)
It's time to lose your mind
And let the crazy out (this place about to)
Tonight, we're taking names
'Cause we don't mess around
This place about to blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
This place about to blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
This place about to blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
This place about to blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
This place about to
Go-go-go insane, go insane
Throw some glitter, make it rain on 'em
Let me see them hands
Let me, let me see them hands
Go insane go insane
Throw some glitter, make it rain on 'em
Let me see them hands
Let me, let me see them hands
We are taking over (oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
Get used to it, okay?
(Blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
This place about to blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
This place about to blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
This place about to blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
This place about to blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
This place about to
In the song "Blow" by Kesha, the lyrics paint a picture of a wild and rebellious party where the singer, along with her friends, sneaks into a club through the back door without needing a key, rejecting the idea of VIP exclusivity and embracing a carefree, adventurous attitude. The mention of drinking Kool-Aid and following the singer's lead suggests a sense of camaraderie and unity among the partygoers, with the invitation extended for others to join in the fun.
As the song progresses, there is a call to action to "kill the lights" and shut down the DJ, signifying a shift in power and control as the partygoers take charge of the atmosphere. The chorus repeatedly declares that "this place is about to blow," indicating an impending explosion of excitement and energy that is set to overtake the venue, with a sense of excitement and anticipation building up.
The lyrics also touch on themes of rebellion and reclaiming agency, as the singer asserts that they are taking control, getting what they want, and doing what others may not dare to do. The imagery of dirt and glitter covering the floor symbolizes a mix of raw, authentic energy and glamour, while the declaration of being "pretty and sick" reflects a rebellious, youthful spirit that thrives on pushing boundaries and seeking thrill.
The chorus serves as a rallying cry for uninhibited celebration and chaos, urging the listeners to "go insane" and throw glitter, creating a spectacle of liberation and self-expression. The repeated refrain of "let me see them hands" emphasizes a sense of unity and shared experience among the partygoers, encouraging everyone to let loose and fully immerse themselves in the moment.
Overall, "Blow" by Kesha encapsulates a theme of rebellion, empowerment, and uninhibited celebration, inviting listeners to join in a wild and carefree party where rules are meant to be broken and individuality is celebrated. The song exudes a sense of freedom, chaos, and unity, inviting the audience to embrace their wild side and let go of inhibitions as they experience a moment of collective euphoria in the midst of the pulsating beats and electrifying energy of the music.
Line by Line Meaning
Back door cracked, we don't need a key
We don't play by the rules, we find our own way in
We get in for free, no VIP sleaze
We don't need special treatment, we make our own fun
Drink that Kool-Aid, follow my lead
Join us in our wild and reckless behavior
Now you're one of us, you're coming with me
You're part of our group now, embrace the chaos
It's time to kill the lights
Let loose and have a good time
And shut the DJ down
We're in control now, we set the mood
Now what? (What?) We're taking control
We're in charge, we call the shots
We get what we want, we do what you don't
We go after what we desire, we're not afraid to take risks
Dirt and glitter cover the floor
We revel in the messy and glamorous side of life
We're pretty and sick, we're young and we're bored (ha)
We may seem perfect on the outside, but we're a little messed up and looking for excitement
It's time to lose your mind
Let go of your inhibitions, go a little crazy
And let the crazy out (this place about to)
Embrace your wild side, things are about to get wild in here
Go-go-go insane, go insane
Let loose, have fun, and go wild
Throw some glitter, make it rain on 'em
Add some sparkle and excitement to the party
We are taking over (oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
We're seizing control and making this our own
Get used to it, okay? (Blow, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
Accept that things are about to get crazy, enjoy the ride
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: KLAS FRANS AHLUND, LUKASZ GOTTWALD, MARTIN KARL SANDBERG, KESHA SEBERT, ALLAN PETER GRIGG, BENJAMIN LEVIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
saniyah
Me at 5 : since 5 years old singing this song
Me now: Still singing it Blow.
Back door, cracked we don't need a key
We get in for free
No VIP sleaze
Drink that Kool Aid follow my lead
Now you're one of us
You're coming with me
It's time to kill the lights and
Shut the D.J. down
This place's about to
Tonight we're taken over
No one's getting out!
This place's about to blow, oh-oh-oh!
Blow-oh-oh-oh
This place's about to blow
Blow-oh-oh-oh
This place's about to blow
Blow-oh-oh-oh
This place's about to blow
Blow-oh-oh-oh
This place's about to
Now what we're taking control
We get what we want
We do what you don't
Dirt and glitter cover the floor
We're pretty and sick
We're young and we're bored
It's time to lose your mind
And let the crazy out
This place's about to
Tonight we're taking names
'Cause we don't mess around
This place's about to blow-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh
This place's about to blow
Blow-oh-oh-oh
This place's about to blow
Blow-oh-oh-oh
This place's about to blow
Blow-oh-oh-oh
This place's about to
Go
Go go go insane go insane
Throw some glitter
Make it rain on and let me see them hands
Let me see their hands hands
Go insane go insane
Throw some glitter
Make it rain on and let me see them hands
Let me see their hands hands
Let me let me see their hands
We are taking over (blow-oh-oh-oh)
Get used to it, OK
This place's about to blow-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh
This place's about to blow-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh
This place's about to blow-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh
This place's about to blow-oh-oh-oh
Blow-oh-oh-oh
This place's about to blow
kesha
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Overheadcams
This song actually sounds good on earbuds. Simple yet amazing. They dont make music like that anymore
paige
this was the golden era of pop
insertaghere
Fr. I was born in the wrong generation
Ib3kii
@insertaghere When were you born? I still remember when they played this song on the radio.
AKphill49
As a metalhead who typically despises this kind of music, I must say I really enjoy the melody of this song. The chord progression during the chorus is hauntingly beautiful.
evan mittelman
This song will never ever go out of style.
Daviddw
And 12 years later itโs still so fresh and timeless
Ms. Kitty
โ@Daviddw I have to agree with you. :) I love this song so much.
Joรฃo Vรญctor
Saudades dessa รฉpoca, mรบsicas da Kesha em alta quase sempre escutava porquรช de 10 a 20 minutos tocava outra dela ..