Dancing On the Ceiling
Lionel Richie with Rascal Flatts Lyrics


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I say
What is happening here
Something's going on that's not quite clear
Somebody turn on the lights
We're gonna have a party
It's starting tonight
Oh, what a feeling
When we're dancing on the ceiling
Oh, what a feeling
When we're dancing on the ceiling
The room is hot and that's good
Some of my friends came by from the neighborhood
The people startin' a climb the walls
Ooh it looks like everybody is having a ball
Oh, what a feeling
When we're dancing on the ceiling
Oh, what a feeling
When we're dancing on the ceiling
Oh, what a feeling
When we're dancing on the ceiling
Oh, what a feeling
When we're dancing on the ceiling
Come on!
Everybody start to lose control
When the music is right
If you see somebody hangin' around
Don't get uptight
The only thing we want to do tonight
Is go 'round and 'round
And turn upside down
Come on! Let's get down!
So come on! Let's get loose
Don't hold back
'Cause ain't no use
Hard to keep your feet on the ground
'Cause when we like to party
We only want to get down
Oh, what a feeling
When we're dancing on the ceiling
Oh, what a feeling
When we're dancing on the ceiling
Oh, what a feeling
When we're dancing on the ceiling
Oh, what a feeling
When we're dancing on the ceiling





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Overall Meaning

The song "Dancing on the Ceiling" by Lionel Richie with Rascal Flatts is a fun and upbeat song about letting loose and having a good time. The lyrics paint a picture of a wild and crazy party where everyone is dancing on the ceiling. The singer seems to be amazed at the scene before them, wondering what's going on but also enjoying the feeling of being free and letting go.


The first few lines of the song set the scene for what's to come. The singer suggests that something strange is happening, but they can't quite put their finger on it. Maybe it's the excitement of the party that's causing everyone to act so crazy. Whatever it is, the singer is ready to join in and have some fun. The chorus repeats the phrase "Oh, what a feeling, when we're dancing on the ceiling" several times, emphasizing the sheer joy and exhilaration of the moment.


As the song continues, the singer begins to describe the scene in more detail. The room is hot, the music is pulsing, and people are starting to climb the walls. Despite the chaos, the singer can't help but feel a sense of wonder and amazement at what's happening. The song encourages everyone to let loose and join in the fun, even if they have to turn their world upside down to do it.


Overall, "Dancing on the Ceiling" is a celebration of life and the joy of living in the moment. It encourages listeners to forget their inhibitions and join in the party, no matter what the consequences may be.


Line by Line Meaning

I say
I'm starting to speak


What is happening here
I'm not sure what's going on


Something's going on that's not quite clear
There is something happening that I can't quite understand


Somebody turn on the lights
We need more light in this room


We're gonna have a party
We're going to celebrate


It's starting tonight
The celebration begins now


Oh, what a feeling
How exciting


When we're dancing on the ceiling
When we're really enjoying ourselves


The room is hot and that's good
The temperature in the room is great for partying


Some of my friends came by from the neighborhood
My local friends have arrived


The people startin' a climb the walls
Everyone is very excited


Ooh it looks like everybody is having a ball
Everyone is really enjoying themselves


Everybody start to lose control
People are getting really into it


When the music is right
When the right music is playing


If you see somebody hangin' around
If you see someone not dancing


Don't get uptight
Don't get stressed


The only thing we want to do tonight
Our only goal tonight


Is go 'round and 'round
Is to dance and let loose


And turn upside down
And dance wildly


Come on! Let's get down!
Let's get into it!


So come on! Let's get loose
Let's relax and have fun


Don't hold back
Don't be shy


'Cause ain't no use
Because there's no point in being reserved


Hard to keep your feet on the ground
It's difficult to stay still


Cause when we like to party
Because we really enjoy celebrating


We only want to get down
All we want to do is dance




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