Following the release of Country Strong, Meester took her music in a different direction away from pop and began collaborating with the band Check in the Dark on a more singer-songwriter style of music. The previously anticipated pop album was never released and in 2012 she embarked on a five-date tour with Check in the Dark that featured the new music live for the first time. In June 2012 Meester confirmed all songs had been recorded with Check in the Dark as a demo.
In September 2014 Meester announced the release of her debut album, Heartstrings, through her own record label, Hotly Wanting. The title track was available with pre-order; the album was released on October 28 2014. The music video for the title track was also released, one day later. All nine songs were written by Meester and produced by Jeff Trott. Heartstrings received generally positive reviews and peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart upon release. From January to March 2015 she toured with Jeff Trott and the recording band members in support of the album, visiting nine cities in two weeks, including a residency at The Hotel Cafe in Los Angeles.
Body Control
Leighton Meester Lyrics
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Gotta loose it, wanna move it
Faster, louder, keep it going all night
I can take you to the limit
Move it how I like
Bodies poppin' never stoppin'
Feelin' free like I'm alive
I become a wild thing (yeah uh huh) i know that
This music makes my heart sing (yeah uh huh) you know that
I become a wild thing (uh oh oh)
I know you see me with my body moving out of control
I know you see me, don't you know that I got body control
This beats electric baby, shockin me right down to my soul
I know you see me I got b-b-body control
(I got body control, I-I I said I got body control)
I can move my body, body
You know I like to party
Tell the DJ girls are ready leave that beat to drop
I can take it to the limit move it how I like
Bodies poppin' never stopping
Feelin' free like I'm alive
I become a wild thing (yeah uh huh) i know that
I become a wild thing (yeah uh huh) so what?
This music makes my heart sing (yeah uh huh) you know that
I become a wild thing (uh oh oh)
I know you see me with my body moving out of control
I know you see me, don't you know that I got body control
This beats electric baby, shockin me right down to my soul
I know you see me I got b-b-body control (2x)
(I got body control, I-I I said I got body control)
Give me a minute
I'm on a mission so listen
I got the fire, I'm wild
I never tired, don't stop
No I never slow down whether you like it or not
I'm gonna shut down the spot
I'm taking over the top
I know you see me with my body moving out of control
I know you see me, don't you know that I got body control
This beats electric baby, shockin me right down to my soul
I know you see me I got b-b-body control (2X)
(I got body control, I-I I saïd I got body control)
The song "Body Control" by Leighton Meester is an upbeat dance track that encourages listeners to let loose and move their bodies to the rhythm of the music. The lyrics describe the feeling of being lost in the music and allowing oneself to become a "wild thing." Meester sings about the power of the electric beat that runs through her soul and keeps her moving all night long.
The chorus of the song is catchy and repetitive, with Meester proclaiming that she has "body control" and encouraging others to join her in dancing. The verses of the song emphasize Meester's confidence and determination as she takes over the dance floor and shuts down the spot. Overall, the lyrics are a celebration of music, dancing, and letting go of inhibitions to experience the freedom of movement.
Line by Line Meaning
Gimme music, now I need it
I am in need of music at this moment
Gotta loose it, wanna move it
I want to let loose and move my body
Faster, louder, keep it going all night
I want the music to be faster and louder so that we can dance all night
I can take you to the limit
I can push myself and my abilities to the maximum
Move it how I like
I want to have control over how I move my body
Bodies poppin' never stoppin'
Our bodies will keep moving without stopping
Feelin' free like I'm alive
I feel liberated and alive when I dance
I become a wild thing (yeah uh huh) i know that
When I dance, I become wild and uninhibited
I become a wild thing (yeah uh huh) so what?
I don't care if I become wild when I dance
This music makes my heart sing (yeah uh huh) you know that
I love this music and it makes me happy
I know you see me with my body moving out of control
I am aware that you can see me dancing with reckless abandon
Don't you know that I got body control
Despite my wild moves, I have control over my body
This beats electric baby, shockin me right down to my soul
This music is electrifying and moving me on a deep spiritual level
Give me a minute
Please give me a moment to do something
I'm on a mission so listen
I have a specific goal in mind and I need your attention
I got the fire, I'm wild
I am passionate and full of energy
I never tired, don't stop
I never get tired and I don't want to stop dancing
No I never slow down whether you like it or not
I will not slow down my dancing whether or not you approve
I'm gonna shut down the spot
I am going to dominate the dance floor
I'm taking over the top
I am going to be the best dancer at this party
(2x)
This line is repeated twice
(I got body control, I-I I saïd I got body control)
I am repeating that I have control over my body
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