Richie quit the band in 1981 for a solo career. He released his self-titled debut in 1982. The album hit No. 3 on the charts and sold over 4 million copies. His follow up album, Can't Slow Down, sold over twice as many copies and won the Grammy for Album of the Year in '84. His third album, '86's Dancing on the Ceiling spawned such hits as Say You, Say Me, Dancing on the Ceiling, and Se La, but would be the end of his commercial success.
His 90's albums such as Back to Front, Louder Than Words, and Time all failed to achieve the previous decade's commercial success. Some of his recent work, such as the album Renaissance, has returned to his older style, hoping to achieve more success.
Don't Stop The Music
Lionel Richie Lyrics
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The music, the music, the music, the music, the music, the music
Yeah, don't stop the music
I don't wanna walk away from the, the
Yeah
Don't stop
No no no no
Something fresh, something wild, take it up like a shooting star
'Cause I never found anyone like you
And you are the beat in my heart
(Come on take me higher)
Don't stop the music
We can make beautiful music
Don't fight the feeling
Now that we're falling in love
Take a trip to the stars, make a wish, rocket to the moon
There you are between Venus and Mars, now you're in the groove
'Cause I see the passion that's in your eyes
And you lift me up to the sky
(Come on take me higher)
Don't stop the music
We can make beautiful music
Don't fight the feeling
When the feeling's good, when the feeling's right
Don't stop the music
We can make beautiful music
Don't fight the feeling
Now that we're falling in love
Oh, don't stop the music, baby
Let the rhythm drive you crazy
Don't fight the feeling, baby
In your heart, in your heart, in your heart
(I don't want to stop the music, right now)
Keep it up, gotta keep it up, you gotta keep it up
Keep it up, gotta keep it up, you gotta keep it up
Don't stop it now
Don't stop the music
We can make beautiful music
Don't fight the feeling
When the feeling's good, when the feeling's right
Don't stop the music
We can make beautiful music
Don't fight the feeling
When the feeling is good, when the feeling is right
Keep it up, gotta keep it up, you gotta keep it up
Keep it up, gotta keep it up, you gotta keep it up
Keep it up, gotta keep it up, you gotta keep it up
...
In Lionel Richie's "Don't Stop The Music," the artist sings about the desires of the heart and the love that comes with it. The song is an ode to the magic of music and how it can bring people together regardless of their differences. According to the lyrics, the music is the pathway to falling in love and a way to express one's deepest feelings. Lionel Richie urges people to keep the music playing because it has the power to heal broken hearts and create moments of ecstasy with someone special.
The verses in the song depict a story of two people whose attraction for each other has blossomed into love. The artist describes how he and his lover can create beautiful music together, which is a metaphor for their perfect harmony. Through the lyrical journey of the song, Lionel Richie encourages his listeners to let the rhythm of music drive them crazy, and never stop the music, but rather keep it going and never let it fade away.
In conclusion, "Don't Stop The Music" is a timeless song about the power of music and how it can connect people and bring forth love. Lionel Richie encourages everyone to let the music play and to never stop the feeling that comes with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't stop the music
Let the music keep playing, don't turn it off
The music, the music, the music, the music, the music, the music
Reiterating the importance of music in this song
Yeah, don't stop the music
Yes, keep the music going
I don't wanna walk away from the, the
I don't want to leave this experience, this moment, behind
Yeah
Expressing agreement or confirmation
Don't stop
Keep going, don't stop
No no no no
Strongly expressing the desire to continue
On the street, in the park, on the floor, anywhere you are
The music can be enjoyed and played in any location
Something fresh, something wild, take it up like a shooting star
The music is exciting, adventurous, and should be embraced with enthusiasm
'Cause I never found anyone like you
I have never met someone as special as you
And you are the beat in my heart
You are what gives rhythm and meaning to my life
(Come on take me higher)
Encouraging the music (and the experience) to continue to intensify
Don't stop the music
Let the music keep playing, don't turn it off
We can make beautiful music
Together we can create something wonderful
Don't fight the feeling
Don't resist your emotions and impulses
Now that we're falling in love
Acknowledging that this experience is leading to deeper emotional connections
Take a trip to the stars, make a wish, rocket to the moon
Imagining a grand, adventurous experience that the music can help create
There you are between Venus and Mars, now you're in the groove
Placing the listener into a cosmic, trance-like state of enjoyment
'Cause I see the passion that's in your eyes
I recognize the deep emotions present in this moment
And you lift me up to the sky
You have a profound impact on my spirit and elevate my experience
(Come on take me higher)
Encouraging the music (and the experience) to continue to intensify
Oh, don't stop the music, baby
An emotional plea to keep the music playing
Let the rhythm drive you crazy
Allow the music to fully engulf and thrill you
In your heart, in your heart, in your heart
Encouragement to let the experience and emotions take hold within you
(I don't want to stop the music, right now)
Admitting a strong desire to keep the music playing in the present moment
Keep it up, gotta keep it up, you gotta keep it up
Reiterating the need to maintain the energy and excitement
Keep it up, gotta keep it up, you gotta keep it up
Reiterating the need to maintain the energy and excitement
Don't stop it now
Don't let the energy and excitement end
When the feeling is good, when the feeling is right
Acknowledging the importance of timing and mood in this experience
Keep it up, gotta keep it up, you gotta keep it up
Reiterating the need to maintain the energy and excitement
Keep it up, gotta keep it up, you gotta keep it up
Reiterating the need to maintain the energy and excitement
Keep it up, gotta keep it up, you gotta keep it up
Reiterating the need to maintain the energy and excitement
Don't stop the music
Let the music keep playing, don't turn it off
We can make beautiful music
Together we can create something wonderful
Don't fight the feeling
Don't resist your emotions and impulses
When the feeling is good, when the feeling is right
Acknowledging the importance of timing and mood in this experience
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LIONEL RICHIE, PAUL BARRY, MARK TAYLOR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dario Guzman
a mis 75 anos no me canso de escuchar este tema de Lionel Ritchie, genial
Val Caires
Essa música é maravilhosa auhhuh
Jacqueline Spencer
Love it ❤😊
JUNG CU
nice song, i like it💙💜
Det. luvs Robocop Double A ron
Great throw back from the 70's disco music.
Daniel Williams
Great song from the legend Lionel Ritchie
DiscountWalmartBag
This song is just so good idk why
Vuckoland Vučko
Epic music
Michele Petracci
Perfetta !!!!
Kay Blum
Dear Lionel, why have been waited so long to present my favorite song of you ;-) Love it. Your best album, IMO, by the way. Yours Kay