Shut up and Dance
Matt Defreitas Lyrics
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Just keep your eyes on me"
I said, "You're holding back"
She said, "Shut up and dance with me",
This woman is my destiny
She said, uh, uh, uh…
"Shut up and dance with me"
The chemical, physical, kryptonite
Helpless to the bass and faded light
Oh, we were born to get together
Born to get together
She took my arm,
I don't know how it happen
We took the floor and she said
"Oh, don't you dare look back,
Just keep your eyes on me"
I said, "You're holding back"
She said, "Shut up and dance with me"
This woman is my destiny,
She said uh, uh, uh…
"Shut up and dance with me"
A backless dress and some beat up sneaks
My disco tech Juliet, teenage dream
I felt it in my chest as she looked at me
I knew we were born to be together
Born to be together
She took my arm,
I don't know how it happen
We took the floor and she said
"Oh, don't you dare look back
Just keep you're eyes on me."
I said, "You're holding back"
She said, "Shut up and dance with me"
This woman is my destiny
She said, uh, uh, uh…
"Shut up and dance with me"
Deep in her eyes
I think I see the future
I realize this is my last chance
She took my arm,
I don't know how it happen
We took the floor and she said
"Oh, don't you dare look back,
Just keep you're eyes on me"
I said, "You're holding back"
She said, "Shut up and dance with me"
This woman is my destiny
She said, uh, uh, uh
"Shut up and dance
Shut up and dance with me"
The lyrics of "Shut up and Dance" by Matt Defreitas describe a night out where the singer meets a woman who is his destiny. The song has an upbeat, dancefloor feel with a pop rock sound. The first verse sets the scene as the singer tells the woman to keep her eyes on him and not look back. He tells her she's holding back and she responds with the iconic line "Shut up and dance with me", setting the tone for the rest of the song.
The second verse describes the physical attraction between the two as they are "victims of the night" and powerless to the music and lights. The chorus repeats, reinforcing the idea that this woman is his destiny and they were "born to get together". The bridge emphasizes the idea of destiny as the singer sees the future in the woman's eyes and realizes this is his last chance. The song ends with the final chorus of "shut up and dance with me".
Overall, the lyrics evoke a sense of spontaneity and destiny as the singer describes meeting someone who he can't resist dancing with. The message is one of letting go and enjoying the moment, not letting inhibitions hold you back.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, don't you dare look back
Do not focus on the past
Just keep your eyes on me
Concentrate on what is happening now
I said, "You're holding back"
I told her that she wasn't showing her true self
She said, "Shut up and dance with me"
She told me to stop talking and start dancing
This woman is my destiny
I believe that she is the one for me
She said, uh, uh, uh…
"Shut up and dance with me"
She repeated that I should stop talking and dance with her
We were victims of the night
The night made us act in a certain way
The chemical, physical, kryptonite
The music and atmosphere had a strong hold on us
Helpless to the bass and faded light
We couldn't resist the rhythm and dim lighting
Oh, we were born to get together
We were meant to meet and dance together
She took my arm,
I don't know how it happen
She grabbed my arm and it felt surreal
We took the floor and she said
We started dancing and she talked to me
"Just keep your eyes on me"
She told me to stay focused on her
I felt it in my chest as she looked at me
I had a strong emotional reaction to her gaze
I knew we were born to be together
I had a feeling that we were meant to be together
Deep in her eyes
I think I see the future
I think she has the potential to be a big part of my life
I realize this is my last chance
I understand that this could be a life-changing opportunity
"Shut up and dance with me"
She said it again, urging me to dance with her
"Shut up and dance
Shut up and dance with me"
She repeated herself, emphasizing the importance of dancing with her
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Isabella Rocha
Curri is getting so much better! Definitely my fave cover from you guys!
María Suárez.
I wish this could be a little more longer. I enjoy a lot listening to you, boys <3
Daim
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YouveGottaLoveHagrid
one of my favourite covers of yours, so so good
B aw
I love how all your voices sound together, such a good song choice btw :)
Goya Muro
Me ha gustado muchisiiiimo, incluso más que la original, me encantais, seguid así, mucha suerte
Maisie Lewis
This was an absolutely amazing cover of one my favourite songs! AND THE HARMONIES OH MY GOD! Well done boys, I loved it xxx
Yadira Gaibor
I absolutely LOVED this cover. One of my favorite songs, finally covered by youu!😙
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Veronika Sandor
Oh my, this is my favourite song of this year! Thank you for great cover :)
María Suárez.
BOYS I'M IN LOVE WITH UR COVER. You completely slay this song, amazing, one of your best cover.