Good Time
Leela James/Pete Rock Lyrics
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we're gonna have a good time (2x)
Tonight i wanna party
can't wait to hook up with my crew
I'm so happy it's the weekend
'Cause i'm gonna let my head our
and shake my thang around
Deejay hear my groove cuz i'm really in the mood and you know just what to do
tonight is my night
tonight is the night we're gonna have a good time
let's just have a good time(2x)
forget your worries just leave em behind
'Cause life's too short
you need to find a good time
so (?) your booty on the dance floor
what you came hear foor, no parking on the floor( no no)
Deejay hear my groove 'cuase i'm really in the mood and you know just what to do
tonight is my night
tonight is the night we're gonna have a good time
let's just have a good time
let's just have a good time
The Leela James song "Good Time" is a celebration of the weekend and the desire for a stress-free night of fun with friends. The repetition of the phrase "Tonight is the night we're gonna have a good time" reinforces the idea that this is a special occasion where the worries of everyday life can be put aside. The song has a sense of urgency and excitement, with James expressing her anticipation for the party and the freedom to let loose on the dance floor. The upbeat tempo and catchy melody create an energetic and optimistic mood.
The lyrics also emphasize the importance of living in the moment and not letting worries weigh one down. James encourages listeners to forget their troubles and enjoy the present, suggesting that life is too short to be stressed out all the time. The phrase "you need to find a good time" is a call to action, implying that it is the responsibility of the listener to seek out these moments of joy and release. Overall, "Good Time" is a feel-good song that celebrates the joys of friendship and the freedom of the weekend.
Line by Line Meaning
Tonight is the night
This evening presents an opportunity for enjoyment
we're gonna have a good time (2x)
We will experience pleasure and enjoyment tonight
Tonight i wanna party
I desire a social gathering filled with fun and energy
can't wait to hook up with my crew
Excitement to reunite with a group of likeminded individuals
I'm so happy it's the weekend
A sense of joyful relief that the work week has ended
'Cause i'm gonna let my head our
Allowing oneself to be carefree and relax
and shake my thang around
Dancing and moving one's body rhythmically
Deejay hear my groove cuz i'm really in the mood and you know just what to do
As the DJ, you understand my emotional state and the right music to play
tonight is my night
This evening belongs to me and my enjoyment
forget your worries just leave em behind
Disregard any sources of stress and focus on pleasure
'Cause life's too short
Life is brief and fleeting, thus we must prioritize happiness
you need to find a good time
It's important to seek moments of enjoyment
so (?) your booty on the dance floor
Dance energetically and uninhibitedly
what you came hear foor, no parking on the floor( no no)
No standing still, the purpose of attending is to dance and have fun
tonight is the night we're gonna have a good time
This is the evening where we will experience joy and fun
let's just have a good time(2x)
We should solely focus on making this evening enjoyable
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Adam R. Young, Brian Dong Ho Lee, Matthew Arnold Thiessen
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