Let's Dance
Ola & The Janglers Lyrics


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A two
A one two three four

Hey baby won′t you take a chance
Say that you'll let me have this dance
Well let′s dance
We do the twist the stomp the mashed potato too
Any old dance that you wanna do
But let's dance

Hey baby yeah you thrill me so
Hold me tight don't you let me go
But let′s dance
We do the twist the stomp the mashed potato too
Any old dance that you wanna do
But let′s dance

All right
Yeah
Wooo

Hey baby if you're all alone
Maybe you′ll let me walk you home
But let's dance
We do the twist the stomp the mashed potato too
Any old dance that you wanna do
But let′s dance

Hey baby things are swinging right
Yes I know that this is the night
We do the twist the stomp the mashed potato too
Any old dance that you wanna do
But let's dance





Let′s dance yeah

Overall Meaning

The Ola & The Janglers song "Let's Dance" is a classic rock and roll track that encourages the listener to get up and dance. The lyrics are simple and straightforward, with the singer urging his love interest to join him on the dance floor. The first verse sets the stage with the invitation to dance, and the second verse emphasizes the thrill of being close to this person.


The chorus urges the listener to let loose and dance, with a list of different dances they can do: "We do the twist the stomp the mashed potato too / Any old dance that you wanna do / But let's dance." The music has a driving beat that is perfect for dancing, and the song is punctuated with energetic exclamations from the singer.


Overall, the song is a celebration of the joy and freedom that comes with dancing, with an emphasis on the connection between two people through physical movement. The catchy melody and easy-to-sing lyrics make it a classic party tune that still holds up today.


Line by Line Meaning

A two
The musicians are getting ready to play the song, and the vocalist is counting in with them.


A one two three four
The song starts with a classic rock and roll beat, consisting of a strong backbeat on the snare drum, accompanied by the bass and guitars.


Hey baby won′t you take a chance
The vocalist is asking their dance partner to take a risk and dance with them.


Say that you'll let me have this dance
The vocalist is asking their dance partner for permission to dance with them.


Well let′s dance
The vocalist is encouraging their dance partner to start dancing with them.


We do the twist the stomp the mashed potato too
The vocalist is listing different types of popular dances that they can do together.


Any old dance that you wanna do
The vocalist is telling their dance partner that they can choose any dance they want to do together.


Hey baby yeah you thrill me so
The vocalist is expressing how much they are enjoying dancing with their partner.


Hold me tight don't you let me go
The vocalist is asking their partner to hold them tight and not let them go.


But let′s dance
The vocalist is emphasizing that they should keep dancing together.


All right
The vocalist is signaling to the band to continue playing while they speak.


Yeah
The vocalist is expressing their enthusiasm for the music and dancing.


Wooo
The vocalist is expressing their excitement for the music and dancing with an exclamation.


Hey baby if you're all alone
The vocalist is offering to walk their partner home if they don't have anyone else to accompany them.


Maybe you′ll let me walk you home
The vocalist is asking their dance partner for permission to walk them home.


Hey baby things are swinging right
The vocalist is complimenting their partner on how well they are dancing together and how enjoyable it is.


Yes I know that this is the night
The vocalist is recognizing that the night is going well, and they are both having a good time.


Let′s dance
The vocalist is repeating their earlier statement, encouraging their partner to keep dancing with them.


We do the twist the stomp the mashed potato too
The vocalist is repeating the different dances they can do together, to remind their partner of the fun they can have.


Any old dance that you wanna do
The vocalist is reminding their partner that they have plenty of options for dances they can do together, and encouraging them to choose one.


But let's dance
The vocalist is reiterating that they should continue dancing together, as they are both having a great time.


Let′s dance yeah
The vocalist is restating their previous statement, again encouraging their partner to dance with them with added energy and enthusiasm.




Writer(s): Jim Lee

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Arne Myklebost

The first single I ever bought - in 1968, I believe! - Nostalgic... :)

cessnaace

I now own the CD "Ola & The Janglers, 1964-71" on the Gazell label (Universal Music). Good use of video from "Beach Blanket Bingo" (American International Pictures). Nice seeing silent film star legend Buster Keaton in there. His last film, I believe, is "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," with Zero Mostel. STAY AWESOME! :)

Tuula Irmelius

I Love detta, har på rullband 👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

tommy2chips

Fun times. Good Times.

lunarman29

Better than Chris Montez. They also did a cover of the Stones Surprise Surprise (1966) which I (sadly) sold when younger. Would appreciate a re-post of that if anyone has a copy.

kevin clark

i found copy of this on stateside label at a car boot must be rear nice version of this song only new the chris montez version before.

Gevaliasvittne71

""I found A copy of this on THE "Stateside" label, at a car boot [??] . IT must be RARE . Nice version of this song. _ I only KNEW the Chris Mondez version ______"". 😐

MrCrocovec

secret service forever ! Ola best of the best

MICHIGANROCKSANDROLL

I was going through the CKLW charts for nuggets and this came up. I too have a date problem here. It entered the CKLW chart on April 22, 1969.

Harvey Steele

we were all in love with Annette

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