1982's Love Tractor documented their formative approach, which touched heavily on fusion and even cocktail music. By their 1983 follow-up Around the Bend, Richmond was taking the occasional stab at singing; after the 1984 EP 'Til the Cows Come Home, Love Tractor resurfaced in 1987 with This Ain't No Outerspace Ship , a full vocal exercise which also found the group tackling a cover of the Gap Band's "Party Train."
The quartet enlisted Mitch Easter to produce 1989's Themes From Venus, which, while comprised largely of vocal tracks, did contain the instrumental "Nova Express," effectively bringing the Love Tractor story full circle. Accordingly, in 1991 the group decided to take a break from the music business; they reformed periodically, and began writing and performing new material for a projected album.
During their hiatus, Wellford played in Gutterball with Steve Wynn, Bob Rupe, Sparklehourse, and the House of Freaks. Cline travelled, studying Italian opera and ancient languages, while Richmond studied art history. After several failed attempts at completing their "comeback" album, Love Tractor returned in 2001 with the sublime The Sky At Night, creating a much stronger band idendity in the process, made up of their own unique mix of pop, ambient, prog, space- and college-rock.
The band continued their newfound creative surge in the first decade of the 21st century, by issuing several excellent albums, like 2005s Black Hole and Green Winter one year later.
Got To Give It Up
Love Tractor Lyrics
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'cause I was too nervous to really get down.
But my body yearned to be free.
I got up on the floor, boy,
so somebody could choose me.
No more standin' upside the wall.
I have got myself together, baby,
now I'm havin' a ball.
somebody watchin' might wanna make romance.
Move your body, move baby, and dance all night,
To the groovin', I feel all right.
Havin' a party, ooh, invite all your friends;
But if you see me stop by, let me in.
Baby, just party all night long.
Let me slip into your erotic zone.
(We heard that!)
Move it up,
Turn it around, ooh, shake it down
Ooh, you can bump me when you want to, babe.
This is such a groovy party, baby.
Dancin' face to face and everybody's screamin'
this is such a groovy place.
All the young ladies are so fine.
You're movin' your body leaves me no doubt;
know what you're thinkin', baby, you want to turn me out.
Think I'm gonna let you do it?
Keep on dancin' oh, Keep on dancin' oh.
Ooh, look so good, yeah, keep on dancin'
Oh, now sugar, got to give it up.
Keep on dancin', gotta give it up.
Keep on dancin' . . . . .
The Love Tractor's song Got to Give It Up is a dance anthem that exudes infectious energy and encourages the listener to get up and groove. The song talks about the singer's journey from being too nervous to dance at parties to finally letting loose on the dancefloor. The lyrics suggest that dancing is a way to break free from one's inhibitions and enjoy life to the fullest. The song seems to be inspired by the disco era, which was all about revelry and letting go.
The opening lines suggest that the singer used to feel self-conscious and awkward at parties, perhaps feeling like an outsider. However, they soon realize that their body yearns to be free and express itself through dance. The lines "No more standin' upside the wall. I have got myself together, baby, now I'm havin' a ball" signify a transformation from being passive to being more active and assertive. The singer invites others to join in their revelry and hopes that someone watches them dance and wants to make romance.
The chorus is where the song's upbeat and infectious melody comes into play, encouraging the listener to move their body and dance all night long. The bridge suggests that the party is so groovy that it leaves the singer feeling in awe of the dancefloor's energy. They express admiration for the young ladies and ultimately seem to submit to someone's advances. The song concludes with the singer encouraging others to keep on dancing as the infectious beats continue.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to go out to parties and stand around;
I used to attend parties but would hesitate to participate, thus standing around.
'cause I was too nervous to really get down.
I was too apprehensive to express myself through dance and have a good time.
But my body yearned to be free.
Deep down, I desired to let loose and express myself freely through dance.
I got up on the floor, boy, so somebody could choose me.
I stepped out onto the dance floor in hopes of being chosen to dance by someone.
No more standin' upside the wall.
I am no longer sticking to the walls and shying away from dancing.
I have got myself together, baby, now I'm havin' a ball.
I have overcome my apprehension and am now thoroughly enjoying myself.
Long as you're groovin' theres' always a chance somebody watchin' might wanna make romance.
When dancing freely and confidently, there may be someone observing who may want to approach and initiate a romantic encounter.
Move your body, move baby, and dance all night, To the groovin', I feel all right.
Move your body and dance all night long, let the music guide you into a state of satisfaction and contentment.
Havin' a party, ooh, invite all your friends; But if you see me stop by, let me in.
If you're throwing a party, make sure to invite everyone you know, and if you see me, don't hesitate to let me join.
Baby, just party all night long. Let me slip into your erotic zone. (We heard that!)
Let's party until dawn and allow me to indulge you in your most intimate and sensual desires.
Move it up, Turn it around, ooh, shake it down Ooh, you can bump me when you want to, babe.
Let's move our bodies together in harmony, bumping and grinding when desired.
This is such a groovy party, baby. Dancin' face to face and everybody's screamin' this is such a groovy place.
This party is truly amazing, the dancing is intimate, and everyone expresses their joy and happiness audibly.
All the young ladies are so fine. You're movin' your body leaves me no doubt; know what you're thinkin', baby, you want to turn me out.
All the women here are physically attractive, and your body movements suggest that you have a desire to intimately lure me.
Think I'm gonna let you do it?
Do you think I will give into your advances?
Keep on dancin' oh, Keep on dancin' oh. Ooh, look so good, yeah, keep on dancin' Oh, now sugar, got to give it up. Keep on dancin', gotta give it up. Keep on dancin' . . . . .
Let's continue dancing with abandon, you look amazing while doing so, and it's time to let go and give in to the primal energy of the night. Keep on dancing.
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