Dancing in the Street
Lívia Nestrovski Lyrics
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Are you ready for a brand new beat?
Summer's here and the time is right
For dancin' in the streets
They're dancin' in Chicago, down in New Orleans
Up in New York City
All we need is music, sweet music
There'll be music everywhere
And dancin' in the streets
Oh, it doesn't matter what you wear
Just as long as you are there
So come on, every guy grab a girl
Everywhere around the world
There'll be dancin'
They're dancin' in the street
This is an invitation across the nation
A chance for the folks to meet
There'll be laughin' and singin' and music swingin'
And dancin' in the streets
Philadelphia, PA
(Philadelphia, PA)
Baltimore and DC now
(Baltimore and DC now)
Yeah, don't forget the Motor City
(Can't forget the Motor City)
All we need is music, sweet music
There'll be music everywhere
There'll be swingin', swayin' and records playin'
And dancin' in the street, yeah
Oh, it doesn't matter what you wear
Just as long as you are there
So come on, every guy grasp a girl
Everywhere around the world
There'll be dancin'
They're dancin' in the streets
Philadelphia, PA
(Philadelphia, PA)
Baltimore and DC now
(Baltimore and DC now)
Yeah, don't forget the Motor City
(Can't forget the Motor City)
All the way down in L.A. California
Not to mention Halifax Nova Scotia
Manchester
Alexandria, Virginia, Virginia
The lyrics of "Dancing in the Street" by Lívia Nestrovski celebrate the joy and universality of music and dance. The song starts with a call to people all around the world, asking if they are ready for a brand new beat. It sets the scene of summer, where the time is right for dancing in the streets. The song highlights various cities where people are dancing and enjoying music, including Chicago, New Orleans, New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, DC, Detroit, Los Angeles, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Manchester, and Alexandria, Virginia.
The lyrics emphasize the power of music to bring people together regardless of what they wear or who they are. The song encourages everyone, every guy, to grab a girl and join in the lively atmosphere of dancing. It presents the occasion as an invitation for people from all walks of life to meet, laugh, sing, and swing to the music. The song captures the energy and excitement of the city streets transformed into dancefloors.
Overall, "Dancing in the Street" is a celebration of the universal language of music and the unifying power of dance. Through its vibrant and energetic lyrics, the song invites people to let loose, embrace the music, and join in the joyous experience of dancing together in the streets.
Line by Line Meaning
Callin' out around the world
Sending a message to people all over the world
Are you ready for a brand new beat?
Are you prepared for a fresh, exciting rhythm?
Summer's here and the time is right
Summertime is here, and it's the perfect moment
For dancin' in the streets
To dance freely in public spaces
They're dancin' in Chicago, down in New Orleans
People are dancing in Chicago and New Orleans
Up in New York City
Also in New York City
All we need is music, sweet music
The only requirement is beautiful music
There'll be music everywhere
Music will be present everywhere
There'll be swingin', swayin' and records playin'
There will be lively movement and music playing from records
And dancin' in the streets
And people will be dancing joyfully outside
Oh, it doesn't matter what you wear
The choice of clothing is unimportant
Just as long as you are there
As long as you are present
So come on, every guy grab a girl
So everyone, men, take a girl's hand
Everywhere around the world
In every corner of the globe
There'll be dancin'
People will dance
This is an invitation across the nation
It's an open invitation to the entire country
A chance for the folks to meet
An opportunity for people to come together
There'll be laughin' and singin' and music swingin'
There will be joyful laughter, singing, and lively music
And dancin' in the streets
And people dancing happily outdoors
Philadelphia, PA
Referring to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(Philadelphia, PA)
Reiterating Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Baltimore and DC now
Also including Baltimore and Washington, DC
(Baltimore and DC now)
Reiterating Baltimore and Washington, DC
Yeah, don't forget the Motor City
Let's not overlook the Motor City (Detroit)
(Can't forget the Motor City)
Emphasizing not forgetting about the Motor City (Detroit)
All we need is music, sweet music
The only requirement is beautiful music
There'll be music everywhere
Music will be present everywhere
There'll be swingin', swayin' and records playin'
There will be lively movement and music playing from records
And dancin' in the street, yeah
And people will be dancing joyfully outside, yes
Oh, it doesn't matter what you wear
The choice of clothing is unimportant
Just as long as you are there
As long as you are present
So come on, every guy grasp a girl
So everyone, men, take a girl's hand
Everywhere around the world
In every corner of the globe
There'll be dancin'
People will dance
They're dancin' in the streets
People are dancing in the streets
Philadelphia, PA
Referring to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(Philadelphia, PA)
Reiterating Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Baltimore and DC now
Also including Baltimore and Washington, DC
(Baltimore and DC now)
Reiterating Baltimore and Washington, DC
Yeah, don't forget the Motor City
Let's not overlook the Motor City (Detroit)
(Can't forget the Motor City)
Emphasizing not forgetting about the Motor City (Detroit)
All the way down in L.A. California
Even in Los Angeles, California
Not to mention Halifax Nova Scotia
And also including Halifax, Nova Scotia
Manchester
Mentioning Manchester
Alexandria, Virginia, Virginia
Referring to Alexandria, Virginia
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Marvin Gaye, William Stevenson, Ivy Hunter
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