Formed in 1997, the band released their first album, 1999s Composition No. 1 on independent record label Eartube Empire. They then recorded an album entitled Call It What You Want for Squint Entertainment, containing tracks produced by the band and by Mario C, will.i.am and Prince Paul. Squint never released the album, but they did release a promotional EP titled Big Broke L.A. that contained tracks from Call It What You Want.
LA Symphony independently released the Baloney EP in 2002. Originally, 1000 limited edition copies were pressed, hand-numbered and shipped in resealable sandwich bags. Baloney was later re-pressed.
Following the Baloney EP, LA Symphony was signed to Gotee Records. They then released The End Is Now in 2003, Less Than Zero in 2005 and Disappear Here in 2005.
Dance Like
L.A. Symphony Lyrics
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Groove like we never grooved, do what we never do
Then stop (then stop)
We gonna dance like we never danced, move like we never moved
Groove like we never grooved, do what we never do
Then stop (then stop)
Do a little dance then brush off your shoulder
Open up for the sunshine then nod
Smile for the camera, little man. Good job.
I don't want a Heineken, call me a snob.
I'm cool on the green that'll land me a ????
So sick with the style that'll ??????????
My flow from the ghetto like a temple ??????
Move like the ???? in '82, and ???????
Like the way the Symph crew come through brand new
I'm fresh every year ??? play these hits
Possessing every ear like a hypnotist
We gonna dance like we never danced, move like we never moved
Groove like we never grooved, do what we never do
Then stop (then stop)
We gonna dance like we never danced, move like we never moved
Groove like we never grooved, do what we never do
Then stop (then stop)
And like fine wine we getting better every time
We step to a stage studio without a ?????
[Sherlock Poems]
Ya'll want murder and mayhem, sex and drugs
Hooligans, ???, hoes, pimps, and thugs
Ex-ing them lines across peace and love
Try to give a hug and receive a shove
It ain't what it was, they don't dance, they shoot
It ain't about the heart, it's about the loot
Claiming gangsta in the booth, talking ice and guns
Sixteen tracks of this, all ya'll sound dumb
We gonna dance like we never danced, move like we never moved
Groove like we never grooved, do what we never do
Then stop (then stop)
We gonna dance like we never danced, move like we never moved
Groove like we never grooved, do what we never do
Then stop (then stop)
In the lyrics to L.A. Symphony's song "Dance Like," the message is clear: we need to let loose and have some fun, even if just for a moment. The repetitive nature of the lyrics "we gonna dance like we never danced, move like we never moved, groove like we never grooved, do what we never do" emphasizes the idea of breaking free from the norm and experiencing something new. The lines "I'm screaming peace in the middle east, pray for the soldiers, do a little dance then brush off your shoulder" highlight the tension and conflict in the world, but encourages listeners to still find moments of joy and levity.
The second verse features a reference to the Symph crew, reinforcing the idea of coming together as a group to dance and have fun. The line "my flow from the ghetto like a temple ?????" suggests that the artist's style and charisma stems from their upbringing, and the mention of the year "82" harkens back to a time when dancing was a major part of youth culture. The line "I'm fresh every year ???? play these hits, possessing every ear like a hypnotist" further reinforces the idea that the artist is always evolving and adapting their style.
The verse by Sherlock Poems touches on the current state of music and culture, highlighting the emphasis on violence and materialism in mainstream media. However, the chorus is repeated once again, emphasizing the importance of breaking free from that influence and just enjoying the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
We gonna dance like we never danced, move like we never moved
We are going to dance with reckless abandon, letting go of all inhibitions and moving in ways that we never have before.
Groove like we never grooved, do what we never do
We are going to get into the rhythm of the music and feel it fully, doing things that we've never done before.
Then stop (then stop)
We will only stop when the music stops, and even then we will want to keep dancing.
I'm screaming peace in the middle east, pray for the soldiers
I am speaking out for peace in the Middle East and asking for everyone to pray for the soldiers who are serving there.
Do a little dance then brush off your shoulder
After doing a little dance, confident and carefree, we can brush off any negative energy or problems that we may be carrying with us.
Open up for the sunshine then nod
We should be open to receiving all the good things that life has to offer, and acknowledging them with a simple nod.
Smile for the camera, little man. Good job.
We should take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate our accomplishments, and smile for the camera when we do.
I don't want a Heineken, call me a snob.
I don't want the mainstream or typical things, I want something unique and special.
I'm cool on the green that'll land me a ????
I don't need anything that will cause me trouble or land me in a bad situation, despite the temptation.
So sick with the style that'll ??????????
My style is so unique and fresh that it will inspire others and make them feel better.
My flow from the ghetto like a temple ??????
My flow has come from the rough experiences of the ghetto, but it is sacred and special like a temple.
Move like the ???? in '82, and ???????
Move like Michael Jackson in his prime in 1982, and impress everyone with your moves.
Like the way the Symph crew come through brand new
The way that the Symphony crew comes through is always fresh and innovative, and we want to emulate that.
I'm fresh every year ???? play these hits
I stay fresh and relevant every year, never letting my content get stale, and continue to produce new hits.
Possessing every ear like a hypnotist
My words and music have the ability to grab attention and mesmerize, like a hypnotist.
And like fine wine we getting better every time
Just like how fine wine gets better with age, we are also improving and evolving in our craft.
We step to a stage studio without a ?????
We step on stage and into the studio without fear or hesitation, ready to create and perform with confidence.
Ya'll want murder and mayhem, sex and drugs
People want music that glorifies violence, chaos, and debauchery.
Hooligans, ???, hoes, pimps, and thugs
Music is constantly depicting hooligans, drugs, promiscuous women, pimps, and thugs as the norm.
Ex-ing them lines across peace and love
The lines referencing peace and love in music are often cut out and ignored.
Try to give a hug and receive a shove
When trying to spread love and positivity, often people will react negatively or push you away.
It ain't what it was, they don't dance, they shoot
The world isn't what it used to be, people don't dance or enjoy life; instead, they turn to violence.
It ain't about the heart, it's about the loot
People are more interested in making money than being authentic and true to themselves.
Claiming gangsta in the booth, talking ice and guns
Artists are claiming to be gangsters, glorifying materialism and guns, while completely ignoring the reality of the situation.
Sixteen tracks of this, all ya'll sound dumb
Making every song about this same thing over and over again is tiresome and uninspired, and does not showcase any true skill or talent.
Contributed by Claire K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Grace Haven
They are like a real life version of the little dolls that go on the wedding cakes 😭 so beautiful and magical! 🎆
Alexander & Veronika Voskalchuk
Thank you so much for your kind words 🥰🥰
L G
Ah oui, c’est vraiment ça, les danseurs sont tellement beaux, gracieux, élégants…♥️♥️♥️
Ayman Altaf
This is so beautiful and majestic 🥰🥰🥰
Also the dress is STUNNING 😍
Alexander & Veronika Voskalchuk
Thank you so much 💓💓💓
soul
This is just so beautiful;(((. One day I hope to have a wedding like this
Alexander & Veronika Voskalchuk
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Л. Д
This is so majestic, I've never watched a weeding dance video so much, it looks like a magical dream😍
Alexander & Veronika Voskalchuk
Thank you! Glad you liked it ✨💓
Alexia Giannopoulos
Absolutely stunning dress and dance!! It reminds me of Cinderella or a fairytale in a magical way. Great job to both of you!!