It Makes You Feel Like Dancin'
Rose Royce Lyrics


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Get up!
And welcome to the discotheque,
Darling The groove you hear in the background is Rose Royce,
Rose Royce Don't you know that they are The People's Choice,
The People's Choice And they got this brand new hit record that
Simply says It makes you feel like dancin' Don't hurt,
Feel good It makes you feel like dancin', dancin' Don't hurt,
Feel good It makes you feel like dancin', dancin',
Dancin' Don't hurt, feel good Well,
Everybody on the floor Come on people,
Show me what I'm lookin' for Well,
Raise your hands if you want some more Everybody say Funk! (
Oh, Happy Day) With the feeling y'all, well Funk! (
Oh, Happy Day) All night long Funk! (
Oh, Happy Day) Oh, c'mon Funk! (
Oh, Happy Day) It makes you feel like dancin' Don't hurt,
Feel good It makes you feel like dancin', dancin',
Dancin' Don't hurt, feel good It makes you feel like dancin',
Dancin', dancin' Don't hurt, feel good Well,
Everybody on the floor Come on people,
Show me what I'm lookin' for I want you to raise
Your hands if you want some more Everybody say Funk!
Just gimme some more of that pure funky music Funk!
Well, did you know tonight you shouldn't abuse it?
Funk!
Or we'll say goodbye Funk!
Tonight, tonight, tonight I just wanna jump on the floor It makes you
Feel like dancin' Don't hurt, feel good Feel the funk,
Feel the funk C'mon, c'mon, shake your rump Feel the funk,
Feel the funk Feel the funk, feel the funk C'mon, c'mon,
Shake your rump Feel the funk, feel the funk Feel the funk,
Feel the funk C'mon, c'mon, shake your rump Feel the funk,
Feel the funk Feel the funk, feel the funk C'mon,
C'mon shake your rump Feel the funk,
Feel the funk It makes you feel like dancin' Don't hurt,
Feel good Get it down, let me see you get it down Get it down,
Let me see you get it down Get it down,
Let me see you get it down Get it down,
Let me see you get it down Get it, get it, get it, get it!
Feel the funk, feel the funk C'mon, c'mon,
Shake your rump Feel the funk,
Feel the funk Feel the funk,
Feel the funk C'mon, c'mon, shake your rump (
Funk!
Funk!
Funk!
Funk!) It makes you feel like dancin' Don't hurt,
Feel good Feel the funk, feel the funk C'mon, c'mon,
Shake your rump Feel the funk, feel the funk Feel the funk,
Feel the funk C'mon, c'mon,
Shake your rump Feel the funk, feel the funk (
Funk!
Funk!
Funk!
Funk!) Feel the funk, feel the funk C'mon, c'mon,
Shake your rump Feel the funk, feel the funk Feel the funk,
Feel the funk C'mon, c'mon, shake your rump Feel the funk,
Feel the funk Feel the funk, feel the funk C'mon, c'mon,
Shake your rump Feel the funk, feel the funk Feel the funk,




Feel the funk C'mon, c'mon,
Shake your rump Feel the funk, feel the funk

Overall Meaning

"It Makes You Feel Like Dancin'" by Rose Royce is a disco classic that has infectious grooves and a funky beat that makes you want to get up and dance. The song is all about the power of music and the way it can make you feel. The lyrics begin by welcoming the listener to the disco with the backing groove provided by Rose Royce, the People's Choice. The song simply states that it makes you feel like dancing, and that it doesn't hurt, it feels good. The song encourages everyone on the dance floor to show what they're looking for by raising their hands and asking for more. The catchy refrain is repeated throughout the song, jokingly warning that it makes you feel like dancing, but it doesn't hurt, it feels good.


The song is a celebration of the freedom and joy that dance and music can bring. It encourages people to let loose, have fun, and enjoy themselves. The lyrics mention "Funk" several times, which likely refers to the funk music genre that rose to prominence in the 1970s. The song's upbeat tempo, funky bassline, and catchy chorus make it a perfect dance anthem that still gets people moving on the floor today.


Line by Line Meaning

Get up!
The singer is urging someone to stand up and engage in a fun activity.


And welcome to the discotheque, darling
The singer is welcoming someone to a disco or dance club in an affectionate way.


The groove you hear in the background is Rose Royce
The singer is identifying the music being played as by the band Rose Royce.


Don't you know that they are The People's Choice
The artist is pointing out that Rose Royce is a popular choice among many people.


And they got this brand new hit record that simply says
The artist is referring to Rose Royce's latest hit song.


It makes you feel like dancin'
The singer is describing the effect of the song on its listeners, which is to inspire them to dance.


Don't hurt, feel good
The singer is suggesting that dancing to the song is a pleasurable experience that does not cause physical discomfort.


Well, everybody on the floor
The artist is addressing the crowd at the dance club and encouraging them all to dance.


Come on people, show me what I'm lookin' for
The artist is urging the dancers to impress him with their moves and energy.


Raise your hands if you want some more
The artist is inviting the dancers to express their excitement and desire to keep dancing.


Everybody say Funk! (Oh, Happy Day)
The singer is asking the crowd to shout out the name of the musical genre that the song belongs to, as well as expressing his own happiness and enthusiasm.


With the feeling y'all, well Funk! (Oh, Happy Day)
The artist is acknowledging the crowd's energy and channeling it into continued enjoyment of the music and dancing.


All night long Funk! (Oh, Happy Day) Oh, c'mon Funk! (Oh, Happy Day)
The singer is encouraging the crowd to keep dancing to the music and expressing his own enjoyment at the upbeat tempo.


Just gimme some more of that pure funky music
The singer is requesting that the DJ play more songs in the same musical style, which he describes as 'pure' and 'funky.'


Well, did you know tonight you shouldn't abuse it? Funk!
The singer is cautioning against overindulging in the music and dancing, while still expressing his own enjoyment of the genre.


Tonight, tonight, tonight I just wanna jump on the floor
The artist is expressing his excitement for the dance party and his eagerness to join in the fun.


Feel the funk, feel the funk C'mon, c'mon, shake your rump
The artist is describing the physical sensations that the music inspires in the dancers, as well as encouraging them to move their bodies rhythmically.


It makes you feel like dancin'
The singer is again emphasizing the effect that the song has on its listeners, which is to inspire them to dance.


Get it down, let me see you get it down
The singer is urging the dancers to showcase their moves and let loose on the dance floor.


Get it, get it, get it, get it!
The artist is expressing his enthusiasm for the dance party and urging everyone to continue dancing.




Writer(s): Whitfield

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Comments from YouTube:

Funk A. Teer

killer bass, killer rhythm guitar, killer lyrics. .. ... .... makes U feel alive and feeling good

Wanda Manning

Feel the funk, feel the funk.

Will's Jazz Joint

No doubt

ayhan birol yurdagul

it's music...that funk music...i love ROSE ROYCE

William's Jazz Loft

Just as sexy funky as the day it first came out :-)

Byron Jones

The Funk that kicks The discos behind. GREAT SONG , AND SUCH GREAT '77 MEMORIES.....................

JK Williams

it really makes you feel like dancing!!

John Kennedy

In the club, in the club, in the club y'all that's where this really got funky with this, dancing on the tables y'all!! Of course you could go to the club then and make it home safe with no worries.

Blk Popeye

Yes buddy!!!

Wayne Musique Man Foster

Rose Royce has the best old school flavor that I Savor ever since I was in high school back in the day of 1977.

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