A Very Simple Dance
Sesame Street Lyrics
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Come on and do a dance with me
It's just a little step or two
I'll teach you how
We'll start right now
It's a very simple dance to do
First clap your hands, (clap clap clap)
Then stomp your feet (stomp stomp stomp)
Wait I forgot to tell you
There's another little step or two
Turn around (whee)
And touch your toes (groan)
It's a very simple dance to do
Clap your hands, (clap clap clap)
Stomp your feet (stomp stomp stomp)
Turn around (whee)
And touch your toes (groan)
It's a very simple dance to do
Wait I forgot to tell you
There's another little step or two
Pull your ears (ouch ouch ouch)
And flap your arms (flap flap flap)
It's a very simple dance to do
Now clap your hands, (clap clap clap)
Stomp your feet (stomp stomp stomp)
Turn around (whee)
Touch your toes (groan)
Pull your ears (ouch ouch ouch)
Flap your arms (flap flap flap)
It's a very simple dance to do
Wait I forgot to tell you
There's another step and then we're through
Stretch up high (ahhhh!)
And all fall down (ooooooh!)
It's a very simple dance to do
Clap your hands, (clap clap clap)
Stomp your feet (stomp stomp stomp)
Turn around (whee)
Touch your toes (groan)
Pull your ears (ouch ouch ouch)
Flap your arms (flap flap flap)
Stretch up high (ahhhhhh!)
And all fall down (ooooooooh!)
It's a very simple dance to do
Clap your hands, (clap clap clap)
Stomp your feet (stomp stomp stomp)
Turn around (whee)
Touch your toes (groan)
Pull your ears (ouch ouch ouch)
Flap your arms (flap flap flap)
Stretch up high (ahhhhhh!)
And all fall down (ooooooooh!)
It's a very simple dance to do
It's a .... very .... simple .... dance .... to do.
The lyrics to Sesame Street's song "A Very Simple Dance" describe a fun and interactive dance routine that anyone can join in on. The song starts with an enthusiastic invitation to participate in the dance, emphasizing that it only requires a few simple steps. The lyrics act as instructions, guiding the listener through the dance moves.
The first verse introduces the initial steps: clapping your hands and stomping your feet. The repetition of these movements is highlighted through the use of onomatopoeia, with the lyrics "clap clap clap" and "stomp stomp stomp" mimicking the sounds. This reinforces the simplicity and accessibility of the dance routine.
Later in the song, additional steps are introduced. These include turning around and touching your toes, followed by pulling your ears and flapping your arms. Each new movement is described in a playful and humorous manner, engaging the audience in the process. The final step involves stretching up high and then falling down, adding a sense of energy and excitement to the dance routine.
Overall, "A Very Simple Dance" promotes active participation, encourages physical movement, and embodies the inclusive and joyful spirit of Sesame Street.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on and do a dance with me
Join me and let's dance together
It's just a little step or two
The dance involves only a few simple movements
I'll teach you how
I will instruct you on how to perform the dance
We'll start right now
Let's begin dancing immediately
It's a very simple dance to do
The dance is easy to learn and execute
First clap your hands, (clap clap clap)
Begin by striking your palms together rhythmically
Then stomp your feet (stomp stomp stomp)
Proceed by forcefully stepping on the ground with your feet
Wait I forgot to tell you
Oops! I neglected to mention
There's another little step or two
There are a couple more movements to add
Turn around (whee)
Rotate your body in a circular motion while expressing delight
And touch your toes (groan)
Bend down and make contact between your fingers and the top of your feet, accompanied by a sound of discomfort
Pull your ears (ouch ouch ouch)
Gently tug on your own ears a few times, simulating pain
And flap your arms (flap flap flap)
Wave your arms up and down repeatedly
Now clap your hands, (clap clap clap)
Once again, strike your hands together in a rhythmic manner
Stomp your feet (stomp stomp stomp)
Continue forcefully stepping on the ground with your feet
Turn around (whee)
Rotate your body in a circular motion while expressing delight
Touch your toes (groan)
Bend down and make contact between your fingers and the top of your feet, accompanied by a sound of discomfort
Pull your ears (ouch ouch ouch)
Gently tug on your own ears a few times, simulating pain
Flap your arms (flap flap flap)
Continue waving your arms up and down repeatedly
Stretch up high (ahhhh!)
Extend your body upward as far as possible, accompanied by a sound of satisfaction
And all fall down (ooooooh!)
Let your body collapse to the ground, expressing surprise or excitement
It's a very simple dance to do
Reiterating that the dance is easy to learn and execute
It's a .... very .... simple .... dance .... to do.
Emphasizing once again that the dance is straightforward and uncomplicated
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HALL, POTTLE
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Megan
on Once Is Not Enough
I get it, it teaches kids you might not just have enough so you have to have more