dance
Robin S. feat. Mary Mary Lyrics
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I can dance, dance, dance all day, all night
Come on stand, clap your hands dance, dance
Dance, everybody down with us just dance
Wanna feel the groove then clap your hands
They ask who's been blessed tonight, I am
God's been good to me, never to be too late
Even if I have to sit and wait
Sitting in the corner reminiscing
The course my life
Has taken all my ups and all my downs
But your mercy and grace brought me to this place
When I think of what he's done
I can dance, dance, dance all day, all night
Come on stand, clap you hands dance, dance
Trials and pain temptations reign
I never see how I'm gone make it though on my own
Not a chance, so I have to turn to you
Then you come and rescue me once again and again
So right now all I can do is give you praise
It's alright, it's okay, come clap your hands
Give him praise, give him praise
Go ahead just stand up
Come on shout and dance, give him praise
When I think of what he's done
I can dance, dance, dance all day, all night
Come on stand, clap your hands, dance
The lyrics to "Dance" by Robin S. feat. Mary Mary are anthemic and celebratory - urging the listener to dance in response to God's goodness and faithfulness. The repetition of the phrase "dance, dance, dance all day, all night" creates a sense of joy and abandon, while the reference to God's mercy and grace grounds the song in a sense of gratitude and humility. The call-and-response nature of the song - "come on stand, clap your hands dance, dance" - suggests a communal experience of worship, with the performer seemingly leading a congregation in song.
The second verse of the song is more introspective, with the singer recalling the trials and pains of their life thus far. The acknowledgement that they cannot make it through on their own and must turn to God is a common theme in Christian music, and the idea of God coming to rescue them "once again and again" reinforces the idea of his unceasing faithfulness. The final verse returns to a call to praise and dance, urging the listener to "shout and dance" and give God the praise he deserves.
Line by Line Meaning
When I think of what he's done
Reflecting on all the good things God has done for me
I can dance, dance, dance all day, all night
I feel so joyful that I could dance non-stop
Come on stand, clap your hands dance, dance
Join me, stand and celebrate God's blessings with a dance and clapping your hands
Dance, everybody down with us just dance
Everyone can join in the celebration and dance with us
Wanna feel the groove then clap your hands
If you want to get into the celebratory mood, clap along
They ask who's been blessed tonight, I am
People might wonder who's been lucky tonight, and I can confidently say I am blessed
God's been good to me, never to be too late
I recognize that God has always shown me kindness, and his timing has never been too late
And continually he's great he's on time
God is consistently great, and his time is always perfect
Even if I have to sit and wait
Sometimes, I have to exercise patience, but I know God's timing will be perfect
Sitting in the corner reminiscing
As I sit alone, I reflect on my life's journey
The course my life
The path my life has taken
Has taken all my ups and all my downs
I have experienced both good and bad moments in my life
But your mercy and grace brought me to this place
I attribute my current position to God's mercy and grace
Trials and pain temptations reign
Difficulties and suffering have tried to overwhelm me
I never see how I'm gone make it though on my own
I have never thought I could overcome my struggles alone
Not a chance, so I have to turn to you
I cannot succeed on my own, I need to rely on God
Then you come and rescue me once again and again
God keeps rescuing me over and over again, each time I call on him for help
So right now all I can do is give you praise
The only suitable response to God's kindness is to give him praise
It's alright, it's okay, come clap your hands
Everything is okay; you can join in the celebration by clapping your hands
Give him praise, give him praise
We should continue praising God
Go ahead just stand up
Stand up, join in the celebration and praise God
Come on shout and dance, give him praise
Let's shout and celebrate with a dance, giving God praise for his goodness
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Erica Atkins, Howard Smith, Marvin Winans, Ronald Winans, Warryn Campbell, Willie Norwood, Trecine Evette Atkins
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@DeeDeeBoy428
We used to dance to this back in Summer of 1998. Classic Song. We didn't realize it was a song about God. Amen. Still playing in 2023.
@kathy6015
I'm a Huge Fan of Mary Mary and Robin S. I do not Remember this Song!.
@g-max2810
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@MiaEZ
🙏🏼😃🙌🏼
@tallbeauty
This song just popped in my head. Used to love this song!
@user-vl6ou8ro6z
Awesome song love love it ❤❤❤❤❤
@luanateina6442
My favorite song ever - God gave me children, I am truly blessed ❤❤
@Tamarashadow
Omg I haven't heard this song in YEARS! This used to stay on repeat 🔥
@catinajames301
For me too as a child cause it came out when I was little
@craiga.ballard8032
Praise GOD.!!!☝