Throw Ya Hands Up
RuPaul feat. Lady Bunny & Ellis Miah 2015 Lyrics


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{C'mon, whoo!}

Bunny- "Now Ru…"
Ru- "Ooh girl!"
Bunny- "It's been along time since we've been together"
Ru- "That's right, Bunny. Let's get out there and let these children have it!"
Bunny- "Ok!"
Ru- "Cmon!"
Together -"Whooo!"

Everybody!
Everybody!
[Everybody get wild!] {C'mon, whoo!}

Everybody!
Everybody!
[Everybody get wild!] {C'mon, whoo!}

{Gotta work it out}
Everybody!
{Gotta work, gotta work it out!}
Everybody!
{Gotta work it out}
Everybody!
{Gotta work, gotta work it out!}
Everybody!
{Gotta work, gotta work it out!}
Everybody!
{Gotta work, gotta work it out!}
Everybody!
{Gotta work it out}
{Every body get wild!}


Yo' man done did you wrong
So honey leave that mess at home
Call yo' girlfriends up
On the phone
[Hello?]
Time to dash, grab ya stash, get yo' party on

[Time] Time-time's a wastin'
[No mo'] Hesitatin'
You need a change of pace
And we're here to motivate cha'

For your information
Here's the situation
Never give up, never give up!
The groove is your salvation!

Throw your hands up
It's time to get down

Throw your hands up
It's time to get down
{C'mon, whoo!}

Throw your hands up
It's time to get down
{C'mon, whoo!}

Throw your hands up
It's time to get down
{C'mon, whoo!}


Throw your hands up {Gotta work it out!, gotta work...}
It's time to get down {…gotta work it out!}
{C'mon, whoo!}

Throw your hands up {Gotta work it out!, gotta work...}
It's time to get down {…gotta work it out!}
{C'mon, whoo!}

Throw your hands up {Gotta work it out!, gotta work...}
It's time to get down {…gotta work it out!}
{C'mon, whoo!}

Throw your hands up {Gotta work it out!, gotta...}
It's … {Everybody get wild!}


Every eye's on you,
Causin' a scandal with those moves
[You're givin' em] Legendary attitude,
Bottles poppin', cameras watchin',
Now pose for YouTube!


[Time] Time-time's a wastin'
[No mo'] Hesitatin'
You could use a change of pace
And we got the groove to motivate cha'

For your information
Here's the situation
Never give up, never give up!
The groove is your salvation! [Ooh!]

Throw your hands up
It's time to get down

Throw your hands up
It's time to get down
{C'mon, whoo!}

Throw your hands up
It's time to get down
{C'mon, whoo!}

Throw your hands up
It's time to get down
{C'mon, whoo!}


Throw your hands up {Gotta work it out!, gotta work...}
It's time to get down {…gotta work it out!}
{C'mon, whoo!}

Throw your hands up {Gotta work it out!, gotta work...}
It's time to get down {…gotta work it out!}
{C'mon, whoo!}

Throw your hands up {Gotta work it out!, gotta work...}
It's time to get down {…gotta work it out!}
{C'mon, whoo!}

Throw your hands up {Gotta work it out!, gotta...}
It's … {Everybody get wild!}

{C'mon, whoo!}

[We got the rhythm to make you move
Now let us see what you can do…]

We got the rhythm to make you move
Now let us see what you can do
We got the rhythm to make you move
Now let us see what you can do
We got the rhythm to make you move
Now let us see what you can do
We got the rhythm to make you move
Now let us see what you can do!

Throw your hands up {Gotta work it out!, gotta work...}
It's time to get down {…gotta work it out!}
{C'mon, whoo!}

Throw your hands up {Gotta work it out!, gotta work...}
It's time to get down {…gotta work it out!}
{C'mon, whoo!}

Throw your hands up {Gotta work it out!, gotta work...}
It's time to get down {…gotta work it out!}
{C'mon, whoo!}

Throw your hands up {Gotta work it out!, gottta...}
It's time to get down [A-everybody!]


[Throw your hands up, It's...] {Gotta work it out!, gotta work...}
[...time to get down ] {…gotta work it out!}
Everybody
{C'mon, whoo!}

[Throw your hands up, It's...] {Gotta work it out!, gotta work...}
[...time to get down ] {…gotta work it out!}
Everybody
{C'mon, whoo!}

Everybody
[Throw your hands up]
Everybody [It's…] {Gotta work it out!, gotta work...}
[...time to get down ]
Everybody
{…gotta work it out!}
Everybody
[Everybody get wild!]
{I'm telling' you!}

[Throw your hands up]
I'm talking to you...
[It's time to get down]
I'm talking to you!

[Throw your hands up]
I'm talking to you...
[It's time to get down]
I'm talking to you!

[Throw your hands up]
I'm talking to you, you, you...
[It's time to get down]
…you, you and you too
[It's time to get down]

Oh it's jumpin'!

Now get in the groove, yeah!
Now get in the groove, yeah yeah, yeah !
Now get in the groove, yeah yeah, yeah!
Now get in the groove!

Throw your hands up, It's time to get down !
Throw your hands up, It's time to get down !




Throw your hands up, It's time to get down !
Throw your hands up, It's time to get down !

Overall Meaning

The song 'Throw Ya Hands Up' by RuPaul features Lady Bunny and Ellis Miah, released in 2015, is an upbeat dance track about leaving behind troubles and joining together on the dance floor. The song begins with Lady Bunny and RuPaul exchanging energetic banter, setting the tone for the party anthem. The lyrics encourage listeners to forget their problems and have fun, as life is too short to waste. The song explores themes of liberation, unity, and the importance of living in the moment, with an infectious beat that will have anyone moving their feet.


The chorus encourages everyone to get involved with the party and embrace the rhythm, while the verses discuss the importance of friendship and the power of positivity. The lyrics reference phone calls to friends, leaving one's troubles behind, and enjoying time together. Lady Bunny's verses add a playful edge with references to creating a crisis with dance moves, while RuPaul's sections are more emotive and uplifting. The track concludes with a chorus that repeats the key message- "Throw Ya Hands Up" - encouraging everyone to get involved with infectious energy.


Line by Line Meaning

C'mon, whoo!
Let's go, let's party!


Now Ru...
Bunny, I'm ready to hit the stage!


Ooh girl!
Excited for the night's festivities!


It's been a long time since we've been together
We've been waiting for this moment to reunite and perform!


That's right, Bunny. Let's get out there and let these children have it!
We're gonna give the audience an unforgettable performance!


Ok!
Let's do this!


Everybody!
Everyone in the club, let's party!


Everybody get wild!
Let's let loose and have a good time!


Gotta work it out
Let's overcome our struggles!


Gotta work, gotta work it out!
We need to put in effort to succeed and enjoy ourselves!


Yo' man done did you wrong
Your partner betrayed you.


So honey leave that mess at home
Don't let that situation affect tonight's fun.


Call yo' girlfriends up
Get your friends to join you tonight!


On the phone
Give them a call!


Time to dash, grab ya stash, get yo' party on
Hurry up, get dressed and let's party!


Time's a wastin'
We need to enjoy ourselves before it's too late!


Hesitatin'
Don't be afraid to let loose and have fun!


You need a change of pace
It's time to take a break and have some fun!


And we're here to motivate cha'
We'll give you the energy and excitement you need!


For your information
Listen up, here's what you need to know!


Here's the situation
This is what's going on!


Never give up, never give up!
Don't give up on having fun and enjoying yourself!


The groove is your salvation!
Dancing and having a good time is your escape from troubles.


Throw your hands up
Put your hands in the air!


It's time to get down
Let's dance and enjoy the music!


Gotta work it out!
We need to have fun while putting in the effort!


Everybody get wild!
Let's all let loose and go crazy together!


Every eye's on you
Everyone's looking at the amazing moves you're pulling off!


Causin' a scandal with those moves
Your dance moves are causing a commotion and getting everyone excited!


Legendary attitude
Your confidence and energy are inspiring and memorable.


Bottles poppin', cameras watchin'
The club is going wild, and everyone is recording the amazing party!


Now pose for YouTube!
Get ready to strike a pose for the videos that'll be uploaded!


We got the rhythm to make you move
Our music will motivate you to dance!


Now let us see what you can do...
Show us your best moves!


A-everybody!
Hey, everyone in the club!


I'm telling' you!
Believe me when I say this!


I'm talking to you...
This is directed to you specifically!


...you, you and you too
And you three as well!


Oh it's jumpin'!
This party is amazing, lively and energetic!


Now get in the groove!
Let's all dance together!




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