Bop to the Top
Lucas Grabeel and Ashley Tisdale Lyrics
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[Sharpay:]
I believe in dreamin'
Shootin' for the stars
[Ryan:]
Baby to be number one
[Sharpay:]
Kickin' and a scratchin'
Grindin' out my best
[Ryan:]
Anything it takes
To climb the ladder of success
[Both:]
Work our tails off every day
Gotta bump the competition
Blow them all away
[Sharpay:]
Yeah we're gonna
[Both:]
Bop, bop, bop
Bop to the top
[Ryan:]
Slip and slide and ride that rhythm
[Both:]
Jump and hop hop 'til we drop
[Sharpay:]
And start again
Zip zap zop
Pop like a mop
[Ryan:]
Scoot around the corner
[Both:]
Move it to the groove
'Til the music stops
Do the bop bop, bop to the top
Don't ever stop
Bop to the top
Gimmie, gimmie
Shimmy shimmy
Shake some booty and turn around
Flash a smile in their direction
[Sharpay:]
Show some muscle
[Ryan:]
Do the hustle
[Both:]
Yeah we're gonna bop, bop, bop
Bop to the top
[Ryan:]
Wipe away your inhibitions
[Both:]
Stump, stump, stump do the rump
[Sharpay:]
And strut your stuff
[Both:]
Bop, bop, bop
Straight to the top
Going for the glory
We'll keep stepping up
And we just won't stop
'Til we reach the top
Bop to the top
The song "Bop To The Top" is a duet performed by Sharpay Evans (played by Ashley Tisdale) and Ryan Evans (played by Lucas Grabeel) in the Disney Channel original movie "High School Musical". The lyrics reflect the ambition and drive of the characters to succeed and become number one, using phrases and metaphors associated with climbing a ladder, as well as dancing and music. Sharpay expresses her belief in dreaming big and aiming for the stars while Ryan emphasizes the importance of raising the bar and doing whatever it takes to be successful. The chorus repeats the phrase "bop to the top" which refers to pushing through challenges and obstacles to achieve their goals.
The song's catchy melody and upbeat tempo fit well with the movie's overall theme of high school students pursuing their passions and overcoming obstacles. It was one of the most popular songs from the movie, and remains a fan favorite today. The song's success also contributed to the popularity of the movie's soundtrack, which went on to become a best-seller.
Line by Line Meaning
I believe in dreamin'
I have faith in achieving my dreams
Shootin' for the stars
Setting ambitious goals for myself
Baby to be number one
To be the best in my field
You've got to raise the bar
I need to constantly improve myself to reach my goals
Kickin' and a scratchin'
Working tirelessly and with determination
Grindin' out my best
Putting in my best effort despite the challenges and obstacles
Anything it takes
Willing to do whatever is necessary to succeed
To climb the ladder of success
Working hard to advance my career and achieve my goals
Work our tails off every day
Dedicated to working hard consistently
Gotta bump the competition
Need to surpass my competitors to be successful
Blow them all away
To outperform and excel past all competitors
Yeah we're gonna
Confident in our ability to succeed
Bop, bop, bop
Move with a rhythmic beat
Slip and slide and ride that rhythm
Dance freely and effortlessly to the music
Jump and hop hop 'til we drop
To move energetically and without stopping
And start again
To keep persisting and moving forward despite setbacks
Zip zap zop
To move quickly with precision
Pop like a mop
To move and groove energetically like a mop being used to clean the floor
Scoot around the corner
To move agilely and quickly around obstacles
Move it to the groove
To move to the rhythm of the music
'Til the music stops
To keep moving and grooving to the music as long as it is playing
Do the bop bop, bop to the top
To keep moving forward persistently and energetically until reaching the top
Don't ever stop
Never give up or quit working towards your goals
Gimmie, gimmie
To strive to get what I want
Shimmy shimmy
To move and dance with energy and enthusiasm
Shake some booty and turn around
To dance, have fun and enjoy the moment
Flash a smile in their direction
To put on a confident and positive attitude
Show some muscle
To work hard and show physical strength
Do the hustle
To work hard and persistently towards your goals
Wipe away your inhibitions
To overcome your fears and doubts
Stump, stump, stump do the rump
To move in a rhythmic and upbeat way
And strut your stuff
To proudly display your skills and abilities
Straight to the top
Beeline to the ultimate goal through hard work and dedication
Going for the glory
Pursuing success and recognition
We'll keep stepping up
We'll keep pushing ourselves to improve
And we just won't stop
We'll persist until we succeed
'Til we reach the top
Persisting until we achieve our ultimate goals
Bop to the top
Move energetically and rhythmically towards your goals
Contributed by Nora N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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[RYAN, spoken]
Mucho gusto
[SHARPAY, spoken]
¡Ay, qué fabulosa!
¡Rrrrr, ay, ay, ay!
[RYAN, spoken]
¡Arriba!
[SHARPAY, spoken]
¿Quieres bailar?
[RYAN, spoken]
Mírame
[SHARPAY]
I believe in dreamin'
Shooting for the stars
[RYAN]
Baby, to be number one
You've got to raise the bar
[SHARPAY]
Kickin' and a-scratchin'
Grinding out my best
[RYAN]
Anything it takes to climb
The ladder of success
[SHARPAY AND RYAN]
Work our tails off every day
Gotta bump the competition, blow them all away
[RYAN, spoken]
¡Caliente!
[SHARPAY, spoken]
¡Suave!
(sung)
Yeah, we're gonna...
[SHARPAY AND RYAN]
Bop, bop, bop
Bop to the top
[RYAN]
Slip and slide and ride that rhythm
[SHARPAY AND RYAN]
Jump and hop
Hop 'til we drop
[SHARPAY]
And start again
[SHARPAY AND RYAN]
Zip, zap, zop
Pop like a mop
[RYAN]
Scoot around the corner
Move it to the groove 'til the music stops
[SHARPAY AND RYAN]
Do the bop, bop, bop to the top
Don't ever stop
Bop to the top
Gimme, gimme
Shimmy, shimmy
Shake some booty and turn around
Flash a smile in their direction
[SHARPAY, spoken]
Show some muscle
[RYAN, spoken]
Do the hustle
[SHARPAY]
Yeah, we're gonna...
[SHARPAY AND RYAN]
Bop, bop, bop
Bop to the top
[RYAN]
Wipe away your inhibitions
[SHARPAY AND RYAN]
Stump, stump, stump
Do the rump
[SHARPAY]
And strut your stuff
[SHARPAY AND RYAN]
Bop, bop, bop
Straight to the top
Goin' for the glory
We'll keep steppin' up
[RYAN]
And we just won't stop...
[SHARPAY]
Stop...
[SHARPAY AND RYAN]
'Til we reach the top
Bop to the top
@kokirecadavos1334
Mucho gusto
Aye que fabulosa
Rae aye aye aye
Arriba
¿Quieres bailar?
Mirame
I believe in dreaming
And shooting for the stars
Baby to be number one
You got to raise the bar
Kicking and a scratching
Grinding out my best
Anything it takes to climb
The ladder of success
Work our tails off everyday
Gotta bump the competition
Blow them all away
Caliente
Suave
Yeah we're gonna
Bop bop bop, bop to the top
Slip and slide and ride that rhythm
Jump and hop
Hop until we drop
And start again
Zip zap zop hop, flop like a mop
Scoot around the corner
Move it to the groove
Until the music stops
Do the bop bop bop
To the top
Don't ever stop
Bop to the top
Gimme gimme
Shimmy shimmy
Shake some booty and turn around
Flash a smile in their direction
Show some muscle
Do the hustle
Yeah we're gonna
Bop bop bop, bop to the top
Wipe away your inhibitions
Stump stump stump, do the rump
And strut your stuff
Bop bop bop, straight to the top
We're going for the glory
We'll keep stepping up and we just won't stop
Till we reach the top
Bop to the top
@aerise4061
believe in dreaming
And shooting for the stars
Baby to be number one
You got to raise the bar
Kicking and a scratching
Grinding out my best
Anything it takes to climb
The ladder of success
Work our tails off everyday
Gotta bump the competition
Blow them all away
Caliente
Suave
Yeah we're gonna
Bop bop bop, bop to the top
Slip and slide and ride that rhythm
Jump and hop
Hop until we drop
And start again
Zip zap zop hop, flop like a mop
Scoot around the corner
Move it to the groove
Until the music stops
Do the bop bop bop
To the top
Don't ever stop
Bop to the top
Gimme gimme
Shimmy shimmy
Shake some booty and turn around
Flash a smile in their direction
Show some muscle
Do the hustle
Yeah we're gonna
Bop bop bop, bop to the top
Wipe away your inhibitions
Stump stump stump, do the rump
And strut your stuff
Bop bop bop, straight to the top
We're going for the glory
We'll keep stepping up and we just won't stop
Till we reach the top
Bop to the top
@abbybarnes4988
Lyrics:
Mucho gusto
Aye que fabulosa
Rae aye aye aye
Arriba
¿Quieres bailar?
Mirame
I believe in dreaming
And shooting for the stars
Baby to be number one
You got to raise the bar
Kicking and a scratching
Grinding out my best
Anything it takes to climb
The ladder of success
Work our tails off everyday
Gotta bump the competition
Blow them all away
Caliente
Suave
Yeah we're gonna
Bop bop bop, bop to the top
Slip and slide and ride that rhythm
Jump and hop
Hop until we drop
And start again
Zip zap zop hop, flop like a mop
Scoot around the corner
Move it to the groove
Until the music stops
Do the bop bop bop
To the top
Don't ever stop
Bop to the top
Gimme gimme
Shimmy shimmy
Shake some booty and turn around
Flash a smile in their direction
Show some muscle
Do the hustle
Yeah we're gonna
Bop bop bop, bop to the top
Wipe away your inhibitions
Stump stump stump, do the rump
And strut your stuff
Bop bop bop, straight to the top
We're going for the glory
We'll keep stepping up and we just won't stop
Till we reach the top
Bop to the top
@lia701
Disney literally taught us that no matter how hard you work and dedicate yourself, there will always be someone who will effortlessly win over you with the "power of love"
@verakyerefrimpong4687
I love you
@verakyerefrimpong4687
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@rahsheemshabazz5860
Yeah. Forget hardwork and dedication
@rahsheemshabazz5860
🤣😂🤣😂
@amylee3274
Troy and Gabriella DID work hard.
@yunatuna6011
Me at 10: "Sharpay's so mean" 😥😭😔
Me at 23: "Sharpay's such a queen" 🥳🤩🙏
@lt2891
This omg. So true
@poweroffriendship2.0
Nice rhymes man.
@elliotpayne-rf4xh
yeah