LMFAO has also been featured on many other songs, including the remix of the songs Love Lockdown by Kanye West and LoveGame by Lady Gaga, Gettin' Over You by David Guetta, and Outta Your Mind by Lil Jon. Both artists are related to Berry Gordy, the founder of Motown Records, Redfoo is his son and Sky Blu is his nephew.
LMFAO is a Grammy-nominated group from Hollywood, California. Though influential in the electro/hip-hop scene, DJ/rappers Redfoo and Sky Blu call their sound (and brand) “Party Rock.”
The group’s name was inspired by an online conversation with Grandma Goodfoot, Sky Blu’s grandmother. After telling her they were considering calling their group “Sexy Dudes”, she responded with, “LMFAO.”
While Redfoo (“Foo”) and Sky Blu (“Sky”) have been making music most of their lives, they got their start as a group shortly before the Winter Music Conference (WMC) in 2006. The duo (Sky Blu is Redfoo’s nephew) was involved in the electro scene, making their own brand of music out of their home studio. The excitement surrounding WMC, held in Miami, inspired the now legendary saying, “I’m In Miami Bitch.” The phrase, which really describes a state of mind, led to LMFAO’s first hit song. “Miami” became an anthem not only for LMFAO, but for party people everywhere. Much like the group, the song is all about having fun.
Since then, LMFAO churned out several hit singles, including “La La La”, which debuted as #61 on the Billboard Hot 100 and “Shots” featuring Lil’ Jon. The group produced remixes of hit songs by artists such as Kanye West and longtime friends, the Black Eyed Peas. “Im In Miami Bitch” is the theme song for reality TV show “Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami” and appeared in commercials for “CSI: Miami.” Their song “Get Crazy” is the theme song for hit MTV reality show “Jersey Shore.”
On July 7, 2009, LMFAO released their debut album, Party Rock.
The group headlined a sold-out, two- month tour of the U.S. and Canada, the Party Rock Tour, featuring Shwayze, Far East Movement, Paradiso Girls and Space Cowboy. They are touring the U.S. in Spring 2010 with the Black Eyed Peas.
In addition to music, LMFAO has their hands in various aspects of the industry, including everything from publishing to fashion. LMFAO’s clothing line, Party Rock, is available online at www.partyrocklife.com.
LMFAO also created their own social networking site, which can be found at www.partyrockpeople.com.
LMFAO is nominated for a Grammy for Best Electronica/Dance Album in 2009. They are working on their second album and plan to open the first Party Rock clothing store in 2010.
LMFAO are amazing artists.
Leaving U 4 the Groove
LMFAO Lyrics
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You know, you know our relationship ain't really been going right
I don't really know how to tell you this but
I'm leaving you for the groove
Baby
I gotta let you know,
There's something inside of me girl, that I can't control
And I always will
But that ain't strong enough to change the way that I feel
No
You gave me attitude, when all I do is for you
Well find another dude, I'm tired of being your fool
So I'm leaving you for the groove
Finally making my move
Now that I'm finally free
I just wanna be me
I'm leaving you for the groove
Finally making my move
Now that I'm finally free
I just wanna be me
Yeah, yeah
Baby I'm done playing your game
Every time I'm dancing, you just look at me strange
I was the one that you love, now I'm the one the you hate
Well, I don't care girl, go ahead, take me off your top eight
I'm leaving you for the groove
Finally making my move
Now that I'm finally free
I just wanna be me
I'm leaving you for the groove
Finally making my move
Now that I'm finally free
I just wanna be me
Yeah, yeah, aw
Dance
Attitude
I'm leaving you for the groove
In this song, LMFAO is breaking up with their partner and leaving them for the groove, or the music. The opening lines set the tone that the relationship has not been going well and something needs to be said. As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the singer of the song is so obsessed with music that it has become more important than their partner. They are "finally free" and just want to be themselves, which in this case, means being free to dance and enjoy music without being held back. The chorus is repeated throughout the song, highlighting the importance of music to the singer and their decision to prioritize it over their relationship.
The lyrics indicate that the relationship was not working because the singer's partner did not understand their love for music. The partner gave them attitude and looked at them strangely while they danced. The singer felt tired of being a fool and decided to move on. The song's message is not necessarily positive, as it suggests that prioritizing music over a relationship is acceptable, which is not always the case.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby we need to talk
The singer wants to discuss something serious with their partner.
You know, you know our relationship ain't really been going right
The singer admits that their relationship has not been good lately.
I'm leaving you for the groove
The singer is breaking up with their partner because they prefer to pursue their passion for dancing.
Baby, I gotta let you know, There's something inside of me girl, that I can't control
The artist is explaining that their love for dancing is irresistible and out of their control.
Now I love you baby, And I always will, But that ain't strong enough to change the way that I feel
The artist acknowledges their love for their partner but states that it is not enough to change their desire to pursue their passion for dancing.
You gave me attitude when all I do is for you, Well find another dude, I'm tired of being your fool
The singer is fed up with their partner's attitude towards their dancing, so they are leaving to find someone who will appreciate their passion.
Finally making my move, Now that I'm finally free, I just wanna be me
The singer feels free to pursue their passion for dancing and be their true self now that they are not held back by their partner's negative attitude.
Baby I'm done playing your game, Every time I'm dancing, you just look at me strange
The artist is tired of playing their partner's game and feeling judged for their love of dancing.
I was the one that you love, now I'm the one that you hate, Well, I don't care girl, go ahead, take me off your top eight
The artist acknowledges that their partner used to love them but now hates them for wanting to dance. They are unbothered by their partner removing them from their top friends list on social media.
Dance, Attitude
This is a summary of the artist's two main reasons for leaving their partner - their passion for dancing and their partner's negative attitude towards it.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: STEFAN GORDY, SKYLER GORDY
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