Light it Up
Major Lazer ft. Nyla Lyrics


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Danger them is, while some call them "Major Lazer"

Stand up like a solider, baby
Yeah, I know you're built like that
Gun it like a holster, baby
Show dem say you're wicked like that

We live where the war is raging
Chasing our crazy dreams
Hoping that the bridge won't cave in
Tonight we let it all go free

Gimme the ting and make me rock inna di dance
Gimme the ting and make me rock inna di dance
Mash it up, hot step inna di dance
Gimme the ting and make me rock, rock, rock, rock
Gimme the ting and make me rock inna di dance
Gimme the ting and make me rock inna di dance
Mash it up, hot step inna di dance
Gimme the ting and make me

Light it up
Light it up
Light it up
(Li-li, light it up)

Show them you're flames to the fire
It's written like your name on a flyer
They wanna tame your desire
But you light it up, now your aim getting higher
I dey wait for messiah
But until that day I'ma rise up high
I put my light in the air
I wanna see everywhere

One by one, let me see you
Two by two for the sequel
Three by three for my people
I know say I'm bound to be next like my neighbor, ye
One by one, let me see you (put your lighters up)
Two by two for the sequel (lighters up)
Three by three for my people
One, two, three, everybody go

Light it up
Light it up, light it up
Light it up
(Light it up)

One by one, let me see you
Two by two for the sequel
Three by three for my people
I know say I'm bound to be next like my neighbor, ye
One by one, let me see you (eh)
Two by two for the sequel (put your lighters up)
Three by three for my people (lighters up)
Set it ablaze

(Light it up)

Set it ablaze like a candle wick




Hotter, hotter, hotter, hotter
Yeah, light it up

Overall Meaning

The song Light It Up by Major Lazer feat. Nyla is an upbeat and empowering anthem about standing up for oneself and letting go of inhibitions. The lyrics encourage listeners to embrace their inner strength and light up the world around them. The first verse speaks of the chaotic world we live in, where we chase our dreams and hope that the bridge won't cave in. The second verse empowers listeners to show the world their inner fire, to rise above the challenges and become the best version of themselves. The chorus is a catchy call to action, encouraging everyone to light it up, to set the world ablaze with our passion and energy.


Line by Line Meaning

Stand up like a solider baby
Get up, be strong and confident like a soldier


Yeah, I know you built like that
I know you have the strength to handle it


Gun it like a holster baby
Show off your skills confidently


Show dem say you wicked like that
Impress them and show how amazing you are


We live where the war is raging
We live in a tough and challenging environment


Chasing our crazy dreams
Pursuing our ambitious goals


Hoping that the bridge won't cave in
Wishing that everything goes well without any trouble


Tonight we let it all go free
Let go of our worries and have fun tonight


Gimme the ting and make me rock in a dance
Give me your energy and make me dance


Mash it up, hot step in a dance
Mix it up, make it lively and exciting


Light it up
Ignite the atmosphere with energy


Show them you're flames to the fire
Prove to them that you're amazing and unstoppable


It's written like your name on a flyer
It's evident and everyone can see it


They wanna tame your desire
They want to suppress your ambition and creativity


But you light it up now your aims getting higher
But you keep going and your goals keep getting bigger


I dey wait for messiah
I'm waiting for someone to save me


But until that day I'm a rise up high
But until then, I'll make myself great


I put my light in the air
I shine and show my worth


I wanna see everywhere
I want to experience and learn everything


1 by 1 let me see you
Let me see each and every one of you


2 by 2 for the sequel
Two people at a time, keep it going


3 by 3 for my people
Three people at a time, let's go


(I know say I'm bound to be next like my neighbour, ye)
(I know that I'm going to be next, just like my neighbors)


(1, 2, 3, everybody go!)
(Everyone count with me, let's go!)


Set it ablaze like a candle wick
Burn it and make it shine bright


Hotter hotter hotter hotter
More intense, more passionate


Yeah light it up
Yes, make it bright and energetic




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Thomas Wesley Pentz, Phillip Fender, David Malcom, Phillip Meckseper, Sidney Swift, Nailah T. Thorbourne

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Comments from YouTube:

@swagatasreehaldar2265

My childhood favorite song...listening to it after 6yrs. Still makes me feel like to dance ❤

@juanmenocal9866

Your comment made me feel old, I really enjoyed this song in the clubs😎👌🏻

@SusanCollins15

Mi canción favorita del álbum, sin duda. God bless you, Major Lazer!

@majestrobeat5336

Esa es la original??? Osea luego vino la otra version la otra me gusta mas

@aut0botsrollout

I am still madly in love with this version. The one that the radio plays is really not all that bad, but I cannot currently listen to the remix anymore, as this version has taken over my eardrums lol.

@wolfgirl4360

Same

@humey2090

I’m so glad I remembered this all of a sudden. I used to love this version when it came out! Can’t believe it’s already been so long since then.

@natalielopez6780

The original and the remix are both great in their own ways, I don't see why people feel the need to compare the two when they're not similar at all...

@mo-te6uy

yeah pretty much
if this version was the remix people would still say the remix is better lol

@octopantics4537

Exactly!

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