Dancin' Shoes
Nigel Olsson Lyrics
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And no one is hearin a word
Just tryin to escape the frustrations
Till a song in the night can be heard
Put on your dancin shoes
Throw out those one-night blues
Heres one to love and to chance
Too slow to unriddle your problems
Too lonely for someone to care
Long, lonely silence keeps haunting
Till the song in the night finds you there
Put on your dancin shoes
Throw out those one-night blues
And her...
The song "Dancin' Shoes" by Nigel Olsson talks about the struggle of feeling alone and unheard in life. The lyrics suggest that people are always having long conversations with each other but nobody seems to be listening to the words being said. It's as if they're trying to escape their frustrations and find some sort of relief. The song then takes a positive turn and suggests that when the night comes and a good song is played, everything else fades away. The lyrics encourage the listener to put on their dancing shoes and forget about everything else. It's a call to embrace the moment and just dance.
The song suggests that sometimes people can be too slow to solve their problems or too lonely to have someone to care for them. But, with music, everything seems to fall in place. The song becomes a means to bring comfort to those who feel lonely and unloved. The chorus, which is repeated throughout the song, to 'put on your dancing shoes' and 'throw out those one-night blues' implies that dancing can be therapeutic and a way to forget our problems. Dancing and music is a metaphor for love and romance. The song portrays love and romance as a wheel that keeps spinning, and sometimes you just have to take a chance.
Line by Line Meaning
Too many long conversations
There have been a lot of discussions, but no one is really listening to what is being said.
And no one is hearin a word
The conversations are not leading to any meaningful communication or understanding.
Just tryin to escape the frustrations
Everyone is feeling frustrated and is looking for a way to escape their problems.
Till a song in the night can be heard
They all hope to hear a song at night that will lift their spirits and make them forget about their problems.
Put on your dancin shoes
It's time to forget about your troubles and start dancing to the beat.
Throw out those one-night blues
Don't worry about the past, it's time to enjoy the moment.
Heres one to love and to chance
Let's take a chance on love and enjoy the moment together.
For a spin on that wheel of romance
Let's see where this romantic journey takes us and enjoy the ride.
Too slow to unriddle your problems
Sometimes it takes time to figure out the solutions to your problems.
Too lonely for someone to care
Feeling lonely can make it seem like no one cares about you or your problems.
Long, lonely silence keeps haunting
The silence can be overwhelming and it's hard to escape the loneliness.
Till the song in the night finds you there
Hopefully, you will hear a song at night that will help you forget your troubles and make you feel less lonely.
Contributed by Micah E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Lisa-hc3uq
I heard this song the other day while I was painting a chest.
I'm 62 and it was popular back in the day. I always loved it.
I haven't heard it in eons. Brought back some great memories.
My son and I were antique shopping this afternoon.
The music at the store was soft background music.
Then this song came on!!
It said to my 36 yr old son.."Oh my gosh, listen to this song, I heard it the other day when I was painting, it's a great song."
He was more into shopping than listening to the song, but I couldn't believe after going years without hearing it, that I heard it twice in a couple of weeks.
I don't remember the first few minutes, but I remember most of the song.
I just searched for it now here on YouTube. I have to admit, I'll be listening to it often from now on. Lol
Love it
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@mattstorie276
My dad wrote this song.. Although Iâm in my 20âs, I grew up listening to it at my dadâs concerts. It still gives me chills knowing that the great Nigel Olsen performed it!
@deanwhitlock3312
Growing up in Indy, I've always preferred Carl's version. Great song!!
@lisaprescott8959
I just for the first time tonight heard the Faith Band version, which I didn't know existed! I like their version a lot more than Nigel's.
@endhai
@@lisaprescott8959 Me, too :-)
@endhai
Wow, can you make a YT channel with live recordings of your dad's concerts, please? I would enjoy...
@joseasdrubalquiros72
Great song by Carl Storie.
@jeffbryan4019
It's a shame that such great songs from the best music era of my life doesn't even get airplay anymore . Today's artists don't even compare to the creative talents I grew up hearing in the 70s and 80s .
@DT-dz1jc
Couples skate at Rollerland...good days....
@the.porter.productions
O-H-I-O Porter greetings đșđž Iâm with you on that one! I can still remember the 8 tracks & still have several of them. Love this era of music. Lots of good music, videos & memories during this time. I play the music for my kids so that they can appreciate the good stuff. Blessings my friend.đ„°đ€©âïž
@gusgarza6529
Great Remark Jeff! I loved all the 70's & 80's Music Also. Great Memories! Now listen on my phone since they no longer are played today on Radio Stations.