Turn It Up
Oaktown's 357 Lyrics


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If you think you can move, then turn it up
And if you think you can groove, then turn it up
If you can pump up the noise, then turn it up
Fly girls and fly boys then turn it up, burn it up, turn it up

Too under to overdo it
Too strong to not to pursue it
I'm down and I'll go though it
You know, I thought you knew it

It's on and it won't be over
The beat's here to control you
Getting' bold but I am bolder
You want it, Oh yeah, I know you

If you think you can move, then turn it up
And if you think you can groove, then turn it up
If you can pump up the noise, then turn it up
Fly girls and fly boys just turn it up, burn it up, turn it up

Play it loud since you'll be gone
Hold tight, I won't be thrown
And when I'm done, you're on your own
It's out, your cover's blown
You fell in lust at first glance, Wanna know if I could dance
I will step all over your prance
Bust it up, You have no chance

If you think you can move, then turn it up
And if you think you can groove, then turn it up
If you can pump up the noise, then turn it up
Fly girls and fly boys just turn it up, burn it up, turn it up

T-t-t-turn it up
T-t-t-turn it up

It's deep but it gets deeper, comin' on just like a creeper
With each word your game gets weaker
Cheap suit and Converse sneakers
Comin' hard I'm gonna get cha
Better have your backup with ya
So broke no one can fix ya
To the asylum we will commit ya

If you think you can move, then turn it up
And if you think you can groove, then turn it up
If you can pump up the noise, then turn it up
Fly girls and fly boys just turn it up, burn it up, turn it up

Fly girls and fly boys t-t-t-turn it up
Fly girls and fly boys t-t-t-turn it up
Fly girls and fly boys t-t-t-turn it up
Fly girls and fly boys t-t-t-turn it up

Turn it up
T-t-t-turn it up
T-t-t-turn it up
T-t-t-turn it up
T-t-t-turn it up
T-t-t-turn it up
T-t-t-turn it up
T-t-t-turn it up

Step aside we're on our way,
Have no time for the games you play
Leavin' you with nothing left to say
I bagged you up and sent you on your way
A new sucker has been born
A style so old you look worn
I told you once so you've been warned
Like a child you will be scorned

If you think you can move, then turn it up
And if you think you can groove, then turn it up
If you can pump up the noise, then turn it up
Fly girls and fly boys just turn it up, burn it up, turn it up

T-t-t-turn it up
T-t-t-turn it up
T-t-t-turn it up
T-t-t-turn it up, burn it up, turn it up

Fly girls and fly boys
Fly girls and fly boys
Fly girls and fly boys
Fly girls and fly boys

If you think you can move, then turn it up
And if you think you can groove, then turn it up
If you can pump up the noise, then turn it up
Fly girls and fly boys just turn it up, burn it up, turn it up





If you think you can move

Overall Meaning

"Turn it Up" by Oaktown's 357 is an upbeat and energetic dance track that encourages listeners to turn up the volume, move, groove, and pump up the noise. The lyrics suggest that the beat of the music is meant to control and empower listeners, giving them boldness and strength. The song has an underlying theme of confidence and self-assurance.


The first two lines of the song, "If you think you can move, then turn it up, and if you think you can groove, then turn it up," serve as a challenge to listeners, inviting them to show off their dance moves and enjoy the music to its fullest. The lyrics also touch upon themes of rivalry and competition, with lines like "Cheap suit and Converse sneakers / Comin' hard I'm gonna get cha / Better have your backup with ya / So broke no one can fix ya," which suggest that the singer is confident in their abilities and is unafraid of facing off against challengers.


Overall, "Turn it Up" is a high-energy and infectious dance track that encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions and embrace the beat of the music.


Line by Line Meaning

If you think you can move, then turn it up
Challenge yourself to dance and enjoy the music as it gets more intense


And if you think you can groove, then turn it up
If you're confident in your dancing skills, turn up the volume and show off your moves


If you can pump up the noise, then turn it up
If you're able to increase the sound, turn it up and bring the party to life


Fly girls and fly boys then turn it up, burn it up, turn it up
Everyone at the party should turn up the volume, have fun, and dance until they can't dance anymore


Too under to overdo it
Don't try too hard or overexert yourself, just enjoy the music and dance naturally


Too strong to not pursue it
You're determined to enjoy the music and dance no matter what


I'm down and I'll go though it
You're down to have fun and dance all night, no matter what obstacles may come up


You know, I thought you knew it
It's obvious that you're here to dance and have a good time


It's on and it won't be over
The party is just getting started and will keep going all night


The beat's here to control you
Let the music take over your body and allow it to control your movements


Getting' bold but I am bolder
You're becoming more confident in your dancing abilities and ready to take on any challenge


You want it, Oh yeah, I know you
Everyone wants to dance and have fun, so turn up the music and let loose


Play it loud since you'll be gone
Make the most of the party and have fun because it won't last forever


Hold tight, I won't be thrown
Stay strong and enjoy the music, even if things get chaotic or overwhelming


And when I'm done, you're on your own
When the night ends, everyone will go their separate ways and the party will be over


It's out, your cover's blown
Everyone knows you're here to dance and have fun, so let loose and be yourself


You fell in lust at first glance, Wanna know if I could dance
You're attracted to someone and want to show off your dancing skills to impress them


I will step all over your prance
You're confident that your dancing abilities are better than theirs and you'll steal the show


Bust it up, You have no chance
Go all out and dance your heart out, there's no way they can compete with you


It's deep but it gets deeper, comin' on just like a creeper
The music and dancing is becoming more intense and exciting as the night goes on


With each word your game gets weaker
As the night goes on, everyone's energy is focused on dancing and having fun, making it harder for anyone to play games or be fake


Cheap suit and Converse sneakers
It doesn't matter what you're wearing, all you need is good music and the right attitude to have a good time


Comin' hard I'm gonna get cha
You're ready to go all out and dance aggressively to the music


Better have your backup with ya
Make sure you have friends with you to dance and have fun together


So broke no one can fix ya
You're ready to dance and party until you're exhausted, and no one can slow you down


To the asylum we will commit ya
The party is so crazy and fun that it's like being put in a mental institution


Step aside we're on our way
Move over and let us dance and have fun, we're here to take over the party


Have no time for the games you play
We're not here for drama or games, we just want to dance and have fun


Leavin' you with nothing left to say
After dancing all night and having fun, you'll be speechless and just want to rest


I bagged you up and sent you on your way
You left anyone not dancing and having fun behind and moved on to find people to have fun with


A new sucker has been born
Someone new has entered the party and they're ready to be introduced to the joy of dancing and having fun


A style so old you look worn
Don't dance with old or boring styles, keep it fresh and exciting all night long


I told you once so you've been warned
We warned everyone that we'll be dancing all night, so don't be surprised when we don't stop


Like a child you will be scorned
If you don't dance and have fun all night, you'll be teased and out of place among the partygoers


T-t-t-turn it up
Repeated chanting to encourage everyone to turn up the volume and have fun dancing


Burn it up
Keep the energy high, dance aggressively and enjoy the music to the fullest




Writer(s): DJUANA J JOHNICAN, MICHAEL P KELLY, JAMES C EARLEY

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Comments from YouTube:

@RealDiva1971

I learned most of my dance moves in the 90's from Oaktown 357 cause them sista's could step!!

@Nikki_alterego

yeeesss

@lizhoward5732

Hard had the meanest dance vibesβ™₯️β™₯️β™₯️

@marvinconner4714

& Yes they can step I miss them so much

@shaitormet9576

Ya hear me! I miss having that stamina lol

@SharifSourour

Yes MC Hammer must have helped too. ;)

@MUSICENCYLOPEDIA

Wow! That's a blessing to have an aunt who's a part of Hip-Hop history and Legacy. She and Sweet LD made some great videos and music that fans still enjoy to this day.

@dillon1346

That's ur Aunt??

@poplifeinctv

They SERIOUS.

@diaquitaquita8984

WHO'S YOUR AUNT?

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