Dr Beat
Miami Sound Machine Lyrics


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Emergency - paging Dr. Beat - Emergency
Doctor
I've got this feeling
Deep inside of me
Deep inside of me.
Ijust can't control my feet
When I hear the beat
When I hear the beat.
Hey doctor
Could you give me something
To ease the pain
To ease the pain
'Cause if you don't help me soon
I'm gonna lose my brain
Gonna go insane.
Ijust don't know
Don't know
How I'm gonna deal with you
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doctor Beat.
I just don't know
Don't know
Won't you help me
Dr.Beat
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doctor Beat
Won't you help me
Dr. Beat.
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doctor Beat
. . .
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doctor Beat
. ..
Say
Say
Say
Doctor
I've got this fever
That I can't control
That I can't control.
Music makes me move my body
Makes me move my soul
Makes me move my soul.
Doc
You better give me something
'Cause I'm burning up
Yes
I'm burning up.
Doc
You've got to find a cure or we're gonna die
Yes
We're gonna die.
Ijust don't know
Don't know
. . .
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doctor Beat
. . .
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doctor Beat
. . .
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doctor Beat
. . .
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doctor Beat
. . .
Doctor
Doctor
Won't you please help me.
You gotta help me
You gotta help me.
If you got trouble can't stop your feet
Pay a little visit to Doctor Beat.
Doctor
Doctor
Won't you please help me.
You gotta help me
You gotta help me.
Doc
Doc
Doc
Doc




Doctor Beat
. . .

Overall Meaning

Miami Sound Machine's song "Dr. Beat" is a song about the power of music and how it can move people to dance and feel alive. The lyrics describe a person who is overcome by the beat and needs the help of a doctor to control their body's response to the rhythm. The chorus repeats the phrase "Doc, Doc, Doc, Doctor Beat" as a plea for help. The song's catchy melody and upbeat tempo reflect the party atmosphere that the lyrics describe.


The verses of the song describe the physical sensation of the beat taking over the body and the need for help from a doctor. The sense of urgency conveyed in the lyrics is emphasized by the chant-like repetition of the chorus. The song is ultimately a celebration of the power of music to move people and bring them together.


Line by Line Meaning

Emergency - paging Dr. Beat - Emergency
Urgent! Looking for Dr. Beat immediately!


Doctor
Addressing Dr. Beat


I've got this feeling
Experiencing an uncontrollable sensation


Deep inside of me
Feeling from the depths of one's being


I just can't control my feet
Unable to stop moving to the music


When I hear the beat
A specific sound that triggers this feeling


Hey doctor
Addressing Dr. Beat again


Could you give me something
Requesting assistance


To ease the pain
Referring to the discomfort caused by this feeling


'Cause if you don't help me soon
A serious warning that immediate help is required


I'm gonna lose my brain
Could cause mental distress and possibly insanity


I just don't know
Experiencing confusion and uncertainty


Won't you help me
Pleading for assistance


Say Doctor
Addressing Dr. Beat again


I've got this fever
Experiencing an intense and persistent sensation


That I can't control
Out of my control


Music makes me move my body
Referring to an intense natural response to music


Makes me move my soul
The music impacts one's emotions in a profound way


You better give me something
Requesting immediate action from Dr. Beat


'Cause I'm burning up
Referring to the intense sensation experienced


You've got to find a cure or we're gonna die
The seriousness of this sensation is emphasized, requesting a solution from Dr. Beat


Doctor Doctor Won't you please help me.
Pleading for assistance from Dr. Beat


If you got trouble can't stop your feet
If you're experiencing this uncontrollable feeling, Dr. Beat is the person to help


Pay a little visit to Doctor Beat.
Take action and seek assistance from Dr. Beat




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ENRIQUE ELIAS GARCIA

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@andrecastelo3577

Yes, "Dr. Beat" by Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine is a great song! It was released in 1984 and reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song is about the power of music to heal and to bring people together. It is a very upbeat and danceable song, and it is sure to get you moving.

The song was written by Gloria Estefan, Jon Secada, and Emilio Estefan. It was produced by Emilio Estefan. It was the lead single from the Miami Sound Machine's album "Primitive Love." The album was a huge success, and it went on to sell over 10 million copies.

"Dr. Beat" has been covered by many artists, including The Black Eyed Peas, Cascada, and The Pointer Sisters. It is a truly timeless song, and it will continue to be enjoyed by generations to come.

Here are some other interesting facts about the song:

The song was inspired by Gloria Estefan's experience of seeing a doctor for a heart condition.
The song was recorded in just one day.
The song was originally supposed to be a ballad, but Gloria Estefan changed it to a dance song at the last minute.
The song was a huge commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The song has been covered by many artists, including The Black Eyed Peas, Cascada, and The Pointer Sisters.
I hope you enjoy the song!



All comments from YouTube:

@kris1976me

the sound of this song is still gives me goose bumps, after 38 years!

@stephenwalker850

Dermatologist type ay doctor u’d be better wi ay

@lotuspocus76312

😂🎉

@chanjackie2299

maybe yor a goose

@findjonmoses

For me this video is the definition of the 80's! Such a nostalgic feeling, such a great decade for music!!

@Blueluise

Faithless, really, Dr. Rat: Studien und Beamten dann..

@alexfernandohuenten1374

Yes

@saintjellypie

Are you related to the great idiot Oswald Mosley, just curious

@trufflecappuccino

It was the worst decade of music. Just because you grew up then doesn’t mean it was any good.

@FanboyMarkJabroni

Pat Benatar’s “We Belong” might be the ultimate 80d music video

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