Twist and Shout
MAMAS PAPAS Lyrics
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Now twist and shout
Shake it, shake it up, baby
Come on and work it on out
You know you move real good, girl
(Shake it up baby, now)
You know you move real fine
Come on and move a little closer
(Shake it up baby, now)
Show the world that you're mine
(Now work it on out)
You know you got me goin'
(You know you got me goin')
Like I knew you would
You really really got me goin', yeah
Like I knew you could
(Like I knew you could)
C'mon, baby, (c'mon baby)
Twist and shout (c'mon baby)
Shake it up baby;
(C'mon and) work it on out
You know you move real good
You know you move real fine
C'mon and move a little closer, girl
And let 'em know that you're mine
You know you got me goin' girl
Like I knew you would
You really got me goin' yeah
Like I knew you could
Like I knew you would
Shake it up, baby
Shake it up, baby, c'mon
Move a little closer
The lyrics to "Twist and Shout" by The Mamas & The Papas are about letting go of inhibitions and enjoying the moment. The song is essentially an invitation for the listener, particularly a girl, to let loose and dance. It encourages her to shake, twist, and shout, expressing her energy and excitement on the dance floor.
The repeated lines "Shake it up, baby, now twist and shout" and "Shake it, shake it up, baby, come on and work it on out" emphasize the idea of releasing any reservations and fully immersing oneself in the music and dance. The singer acknowledges the girl's excellent moves, urging her to demonstrate her skills to the world and letting them know that she's his.
The lyrics also convey a sense of infatuation and desire. The singer expresses how the girl's movements and energy have captivated him, causing him to be drawn to her. He acknowledges that she has him "goin'" just as he knew she would, emphasizing the powerful effect she has on him.
Overall, "Twist and Shout" is a lively and upbeat song that encourages uninhibited dancing and letting loose, while also highlighting the electrifying connection between the dancers.
Line by Line Meaning
Shake it up, baby
Let loose and express yourself, my dear
Now twist and shout
Let your emotions overflow and make some noise
Shake it, shake it up, baby
Keep that energy flowing, my dear
Come on and work it on out
Make your inner fire shine through, my dear
You know you move real good, girl
Your movements are so captivating and graceful, my dear
You know you move real fine
Your dance is a true work of art, my dear
Come on and move a little closer
Draw nearer to me, my dear
Show the world that you're mine
Let everyone see that you belong to me, my dear
You know you got me goin'
You have ignited a strong passion within me, my dear
Like I knew you would
Just as I expected, you have this effect on me, my dear
You really really got me goin', yeah
You have truly and deeply aroused my emotions, my dear
Like I knew you could
Just as I anticipated, you are capable of this, my dear
C'mon, baby, (c'mon baby)
Come on, my love, (come on, my love)
Twist and shout (c'mon baby)
Express yourself joyfully and loudly, my love
Shake it up baby;
Let yourself go and embrace the rhythm, my dear
(C'mon and) work it on out
(Come on and) let your inner passion shine through, my dear
Move a little closer
Come nearer to me, my dear
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bert Russell, Phil Medley
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