Nikki Webster was born in Sydney, New South Wales on 30 April 1987. Her first appearance on stage was at the age of four and she appeared in her first commercial at the age of six. In 1994, she was a member of the cast of Aladdin and made a guest appearance on Home and Away. In 1995, she was in the ensemble cast of an Australian production of Cinderella and made a guest appearance on ABC TV's G. P.
Nikki went to MLC School in Burwood until Year 10, before enrolling in The McDonald College of the Performing Arts in North Strathfield, New South Wales. There, she attended drama, ballet, musical theatre, and singing tuition, as well as obtaining her Higher School Certificate in Business Studies, Music, Dance, Drama, Unit 2 English and General Mathematics, achieving a university admissions index of 56.35. Although she was rather disappointed with her mark (she was aiming for an 80), she knew she gave her Higher School Certificate her best shot and "a run for its money" whilst it lasted.
Webster won her first billed stage appearance as Young Cosette in Les Misérables in 1997-98. There she worked with Dave Willetts and Rachael Beck. She also guest-hosted Midday in 1998 with Kerri-Anne Kennerley. In 1999, Nikki Webster won the role of Brigitta von Trapp in The Sound of Music with Lisa McCune and continued to perform in the role into 2000. In 2000 she became a household name in Australia following her performance as "Hero Girl" at the opening ceremony of the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Her song "We'll Be One" was released as a single in Australia in 2000 and went gold.
Webster signed a contract with BMG after her success in the Olympics and her first single "Strawberry Kisses" reached #2 on the Australian singles charts in 2001 holding the position for over 9 weeks and went double platinum. Her debut album Follow Your Heart also went platinum with second single "Depend on Me" going top 20 and third single "The Best Days"/"Over the Rainbow" going top 20. She also starred as Dorothy in an Australian stage performance of The Wizard of Oz in 2001/02. Webster was nominated for an ARIA Award for Best Selling album and she won a John O'Keefe Encouragement Award at the 2001 Mo Awards.
Webster's 2002 BLISS album also went gold with first single "Something More Beautiful" going gold and second single "24/7 (Crazy 'bout Your Smile)" also reaching the top 20.
Later, Webster released a cover version of "Dancing in the Street" by Martha and the Vandellas which reached the top twenty while her 2004 single "Let's Dance" also reached the top 20 in Australia. A greatest hits album was released soon afterwards.
Webster also appeared in one episode of Australian TV series Thank God You're Here as a cast member.
In May 2007, Webster played the lead role of Sheila in a Perth production of the rock musical Hair along with Rob Mills and Cosima De Vito.
In September 2007, Webster raised eyebrows by performing as a wind-up doll at the Sydney gay and lesbian dance party Sleaze Ball. This and her October 2006 photoshoot appearance in men's magazine FHM was seen as an attempt to mature her image.
Webster regularly appears on the show 20 to 1.
In January 2008, Webster announced she would be opening a performing arts school in February with brother Scott in a bid to help young people get into the industry.
Webster made a guest appearance on the 15 July 2009 episode of The Chaser's War on Everything, in a music video parody of the Barack Obama viral video "Yes We Can", the parody based on Kevin Rudd's speeches.
In 2006, Nikki stated in interviews that she was living and working in Nashville, Tennessee writing with well known writers working on her new album. It was also revealed she headed to Los Angeles to develop a new style of music heading for a more mature Pop sound.
It was announced in May 2009 that Nikki is set to release her first new single in 5 years, "Devilicious", June 12. She performed "Devilicious" on The Morning Show on 8/5/09 in order to promote the single. The song hit #1 in NSW #12 on the ARIA dance chart, #14 on the Australian Singles chart and #1 on the independent music chart.
She announced she is signed to American independent label Piller Records which will become her new label home. Her fourth studio album is rumoured to be released sometime in the near future. Nikki also revealed that the album will be edgy and uplifting. She has confirmed that it will not include her bubblegum pop kind of music and will have a mature dance-pop feel to the album.
As of May 2010 the album is yet to have an official release date or a confirmed second single.
Dancing in the Street
Nikki Webster Lyrics
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Swin',swayin' ,the record's playin'
Swin',swayin' ,the record's playin'
Swin',swayin' ,the record's playin'
Calling out around the world
Are you ready for a brand new beat
Summer's here and the time is right
They're dancing in chicago
Down in new orleans
In new york city
All we need is music, sweet music
There'll be music everywhere
They'll be swinging, swaying, records playing,
Dancing in the street, oh
It doesn't matter what you wear, just as long as you are there
So come on, every guy, grab a girl, everywhere, around the world
They'll be dancing, dancing in the street
It's an invitation across the nation, a chance for folks to meet
They'll be laughing and singing, music swinging
Dancing in the street
Philadelphia, pa
Baltimore in dc now
Don't forget the motor city
All we need is music, sweet music
There'll be music everywhere
They'll be swinging, swaying, records playing
Dancing in the street, oh
It doesn't matter what you wear
Just as long as you are there
So come on every guy, grab a girl, everywhere, around the world
They'll be dancing, dancing in the streets
Dancing in the street
Dancing in the street
Music Everywhere
Oh-h-h-h-h-h-h-h
Dancing in the street
Dancing in the street
Dancing in the street
Oh-h-h-h-h
Everyone
China, Japan, South America, And France
Australia, Brazil, Africa, Everybody
Comeone
Dancing in the street
The lyrics to Nikki Webster's song Dancing in the Street express a universal and joyful love for music and dancing. The opening lines "Swing, swaying, the record's playing" immediately set the tone for a nostalgic celebration of music, one that is rooted in the record-playing era of the past. The lyrics continue that "All we need is music, sweet music, there'll be music everywhere / They'll be swinging, swaying, records playing, dancing in the street". The idea of dancing in the street evokes a feeling of liberation, of being carefree and uninhibited.
The chorus "It doesn't matter what you wear, just as long as you are there / So come on every guy, grab a girl, everywhere, around the world / They'll be dancing, dancing in the street" emphasizes the inclusive and communal nature of dance. It is not about looking good or being the best dancer, but about coming together with others to experience the joy of movement and music. The song reaffirms that music has the power to unite people across geography and social boundaries, as it calls out to places like Chicago, New Orleans, New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, and the motor city of Detroit.
Line by Line Meaning
Swin', swaying' , the record's playing'
Moving and shaking with the rhythm of the music, which is playing in the background.
Calling out around the world
Announcing this celebration across the globe.
Are you ready for a brand new beat
Asking the crowd if they are prepared to dance to a fresh new sound.
Summer's here and the time is right
Referring that this is the time for merriment and enjoyment, it's the summer season.
For dancing in the streets
To dance outdoors along the streets, under the sun or stars.
They're dancing in Chicago
Describing the location of the people who are already dancing along the street; Chicago.
Down in New Orleans
The place where others are dancing adoringly.
In New York City
Another city where the people are dancing in the public streets.
All we need is music, sweet music
Stating that it's all about the pleasure received from the melody of music.
There'll be music everywhere
Asserting that there will be lovely music in every corner.
They'll be swinging, swaying, records playing
The people are enjoying moving, dancing and listening to music coming from turntable record players.
Dancing in the street, oh
Summing up this joyous atmosphere that is everywhere in the streets.
It doesn't matter what you wear, just as long as you are there
Explaining that the dress code doesn't have to be strict or formal, so as long as you join and dance together with everyone.
So come on, every guy, grab a girl, everywhere, around the world
Encouraging every gentleman in all places worldwide to ask any lady for a dance and participate in this event.
They'll be laughing and singing
Expressing that the people are happy and enjoying the occasion by sharing joy and singing while dancing together.
Music swinging
The sensation of the music's rhythm and tempo generating a feeling of animated excitement.
Dancing in the street
Identifying that everyone is outside, on the roads/lanes/pavements, whirling around and reveling in the dancing.
Philadelphia, PA
Announcing another destination for the gathering spot.
Baltimore and DC now
Different places in the world where the people are dancing and having a good time.
Don't forget the Motor City
Motor City is another term for Detroit, Michigan, being a well-known automotive manufacturing location where people are joining in dancing.
Dancing in the street
Restating the idea that the street is the spot where everyone is enjoying and dancing together.
Music Everywhere
Confirming that music can be heard across the urban space.
Oh-h-h-h-h-h-h-h
Empathizing and showing enthusiasm for the great fun the gathering is generating.
Everyone
Assuming that every person unites and partakes in dancing in the street.
China, Japan, South America and France
Indicating a selection of numerous nations worldwide where this music festival could occur.
Australia, Brazil, Africa, everybody
Identifying additional nations and highlighting that everyone is invited to attend this celebration.
Come on
Encouraging reluctant people to join and take part in dancing in the street.
Dancing in the street
Repeating and emphasizing that the primary objective is to dance joyously outside on the road.
Contributed by Alexis N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@andrewwhitbread9362
Where ALL good Cultures Meet! ! ! !
@jesusjonathanprim5771
Yo escuchaba el tema Dancing in the Street de Nikki Webster, tema lindo de mi infancia, yo escuche en 2009 a mis 8, estrenado en septiembre de 2003, por Universal Music, en Reino Unido por One Little Indian y en los EEUU por Jive Records, yo me escuché por primera vez en Cartoon Network y en Radio Disney
@HynezMovieProduction
When I went to movie world for the first time I got all excited cause I was standing where Nikki Webster was!!!
@ninairrgang1672
Danosaur I see her every week at my dancing
@harrychantzios4235
Hi this is my favourite song and this is my dancing song
@josephineceniza226
Omg I use to dance to this song back in the dancing days 🙊🙊
@MsAngie1011
Signature camera point ❤️
@CraftyMaelyss
I actually met Nikki as a kid and she signed a poster for me, it was awesome :D
@ninairrgang1672
CraftyMaelyss she has her own dance studio and I get to see her every week!
@chelseajade1617
it would have been really cool to be there while they were filming this, i loved nikki when i was younger