Their singer called Darryl was played by fellow Mute act Frank Tovey aka Fad Gadget. The project was launched in 1980 with a sole album called "Music For Parties".
When people realised that the group didn't exist, Miller decided to find a real teen pop synth-playing group - this led to the signing of Depeche Mode.
Miller also recorded the single "Warm Leatherette" (1978) under the name The Normal. Daniel Miller is a prolific producer for Mute artists, producing such acts as Depeche Mode, Wire, Fad Gadget and Yazoo.
Let's dance
Silicon Teens Lyrics
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Say that you'll let me have this dance
Let's dance, come on, let's dance
Do the twist, the stomp, the mashed potato too
Any old dance that you wanna do
Come on, come on, let's dance
Hold me tight, don't let me go
Hey hey, hey, come on, let's dance
Do the twist, the stomp, the mashed potato too
Any old dance that you wanna do
Come on, hey, come on, let's twist, alright
Hey, baby, if you're all alone
Maybe you'll let me walk you home
Hey, hey, come on, let's dance
Do the twist, the stomp, the mashed potato too
Any old dance that you wanna do
Come on, hey, come on, let's dance
Hey, baby, things are swinging right
Yes, I know that tonight's the night
Come on, hey, come on, let's dance, oh
Do the twist, the stomp, the mashed potato too
Any old thing that you wanna do
Come on, oh come on, let's dance
Hey, let's dance, come on, let's dance
Come on, hey hey, hey hey, hey hey
Come on, oh yeah, oh yeah
The Silicon Teens' song "Let's Dance" is a classic dance tune that invites listeners to hit the dance floor and move their bodies to the beat. The lyrics highlight the singer's desire for their partner to let go and have a good time with them, regardless of how they feel and what they want to do, be it the twist or the mashed potato. The lyrics are simple, yet effective in encouraging listeners to dance and let loose for the night.
The opening lyrics, "Hey baby, won't you take a chance? Say that you'll let me have this dance," set the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is asking their partner for permission to dance with them, creating a seductive and playful atmosphere. The following verses add to the tone, with phrases such as "Hold me tight, don't let me go" and "Maybe you'll let me walk you home," showing the singer's interest in their partner and desire to take things further.
The chorus of "Let's dance, come on let's dance" reinforces the idea that dancing is a freeing and exciting experience that everyone should partake in. The song encourages listeners to do the twist, the stomp, the mashed potato too, or any other old dance they want to do. The bouncy and upbeat music amplifies the lyrics, creating a playful and energetic atmosphere that is perfect for dancing.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey baby, won't you take a chance?
Addressing the potential dance partner and requesting them to take a risk by dancing with the singer.
Say that you'll let me have this dance
Asking the potential dance partner for permission to dance with them.
Let's dance, come on, let's dance
Inviting the potential dance partner to dance.
Do the twist, the stomp, the mashed potato too
Suggesting different dance styles that the singer and dance partner could try.
Any old dance that you wanna do
Expresses that the singer is open to dancing any style the dance partner prefers.
Come on, come on, let's dance
Offering encouragement and enthusiasm for the idea of dancing together.
Hey baby, woh, you thrill me so
Expressing the considerable joy and excitement of meeting the potential dance partner.
Hold me tight, don't let me go
Asking the dance partner to keep dancing with the singer.
Hey hey, hey, come on, let's dance
Inviting the dance partner to dance once more.
Come on, let's twist, alright
Suggesting the singer and dance partner try the twist dance style.
Hey, baby, if you're all alone
Inquiring about the dance partner's relationship status.
Maybe you'll let me walk you home
Asking to make the dance partner's acquaintance further after the dance is over.
Hey, hey, come on, let's dance
Persistently inviting the potential dance partner to dance together.
Hey, baby, things are swinging right
Observing the good atmosphere and a good time being had.
Yes, I know that tonight's the night
Positively anticipating the rest of the evening, given the current good mood.
Come on, hey, come on, let's dance, oh
Continuing to plead with the potential dance partner to dance together.
Any old thing that you wanna do
Confirming with the dance partner that any other activity they would like to do is okay.
Come on, oh come on, let's dance
Appealing to the potential dance partner to give into the singer's request to dance.
Hey, let's dance, come on, let's dance
In conclusion, inviting the potential dance partner once again to dance.
Come on, hey hey, hey hey, hey hey
Repeating the invitation to dance for one last time.
Come on, oh yeah, oh yeah
Encouraging and reinforcing the notion that it would be fun to dance together.
Contributed by Jayce E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sylvain Jonathan
Thanks a lot for this new wave memories
Tracie Pearce
šÆLet's šDancešŗ
Michael Peylo
I Love it! Ilove it! Time is nothing... Micha