Dancing Queen
Mamma Mia Cast Lyrics


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Ooh, you can dance, you can jive
Having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl, watch that scene
Digging the dancing queen

Friday night and the lights are low
Looking out for the place to go
Where they play the right music, getting in the swing
You come to look for a king

Anybody could be that guy
Night is young and the music's high
With a bit of rock music, everything is fine
You're in the mood for a dance

And when you get the chance

You are the dancing queen
Young and sweet, only seventeen
Dancing queen
Feel the beat from the tambourine, oh yeah

You can dance, you can jive
Having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl, watch that scene
Digging the dancing queen

You're a teaser, you turn them on
Leave them burning and then you're gone
Looking out for another, anyone will do
You're in the mood for a dance

And when you get the chance

You are the dancing queen
Young and sweet, only seventeen
Dancing queen
Feel the beat from the tambourine, oh yeah

You can dance, you can jive
Having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl, watch that scene
Digging the dancing queen





Digging the dancing queen
Digging the dancing queen

Overall Meaning

The song "Dancing Queen" by Mamma Mia Cast is a bubbly and upbeat track that talks about the joy of dancing and feeling young. The song opens with an invitation to dance and jive, telling the listeners that they can have the time of their life dancing. The lyrics mention a girl who is deeply engrossed in dancing, and her enthusiasm is infectious. The song talks about Friday nights, where people look for places to go where the music is right, and everyone can get in the swing of things. The line "You come to look for a king" suggests that everyone is there to have a good time and meet someone new.


The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Dancing Queen," explaining that the girl mentioned earlier is the queen of the dance floor who is just seventeen and young at heart. The tambourine's rhythmic beats set the tone for the song, pushing the message of the girl's dancing further. The lyrics suggest that anyone could be her dance partner as long as they're in the mood for some dance. The girl is a man-teaser, but she doesn't stick around. She's always on the lookout for someone new to dance with, and anyone will do. The idea is to dance for the sake of dancing and enjoying the moment.


In summary, "Dancing Queen" is a carefree and lighthearted song that's perfect for grooving and letting loose. The song's message is clear, encouraging the listener to let their hair down, grab a dance partner, and enjoy the feeling of the moment. The song celebrates the joy of being young and carefree, just like the girl on the dance floor.


Line by Line Meaning

Ooh, you can dance, you can jive
You have the ability to dance and move with the music


Having the time of your life
Enjoying your life to the fullest with each move and sway


Ooh, see that girl, watch that scene
Look at that girl enjoying herself, let's observe her


Digging the dancing queen
Praising her, inspired to follow her footsteps


Friday night and the lights are low
It's Friday night and the lights are dim, setting the perfect ambiance for fun


Looking out for the place to go
Searching for the right destination to party


Where they play the right music, getting in the swing
The music being played is perfect to get everyone into the groove


You come to look for a king
You're looking for someone special


Anybody could be that guy
There's no one particular person, anyone could be the one


Night is young and the music's high
The night is still young, the music is upbeat and lively


With a bit of rock music, everything is fine
Rock music adds a special something to the party vibe


You're in the mood for a dance
You feel like dancing and letting lose


And when you get the chance
When the opportunity arises


You are the dancing queen
You rule the dance floor with your moves and attitude


Young and sweet, only seventeen
You're still young and innocent at seventeen


Feel the beat from the tambourine, oh yeah
The tambourine adds to the beat, adding to your enjoyment


You're a teaser, you turn them on
You tease and excite those around you


Leave them burning and then you're gone
You ignite them and then move on


Looking out for another, anyone will do
You're on the lookout for someone new and anyone will suffice


Digging the dancing queen
They're still captivated by you, the dancing queen


Digging the dancing queen
They're still obsessed with and admiring the dancing queen




Lyrics © CONSALAD CO., Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus, Stig Erik Leopold Anderson

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