The hit songs "Do It Baby" and Love Machine (written by Billy Griffin & Pete Moore) were performed by Billy Griffin as the lead singer after the departure of original founder member Smokey Robinson.
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Going to a Go-Go
Smokey Robinson and The Miracles Lyrics
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Goin' to a go go
Na-na-na-na, yeah-hey
Well there's a brand new place I found-a
Where people goin' from miles around-a
They come from everywhere
And if you'll drop in thereYou might see anyone in town-a
(Goin' to a go go) everybody's
(Goin' to a go go) come on now
(Don't you wanna go?) yeah
A one more time, yeah
I'm (goin' to a go go) hoo-hoo-wee-eee
(Goin' to a go go) baby come on now
It doesn't matter where you are-a
A go go can be found
You'll see some people from your block
And don't be shocked
If you see your favorite star-a
(Goin' to a go go)
'Cause everybody
(Goin' to a go go)
Oh, come on now-ow
(Don't you wanna go?)
Yeah people! come on now
(Oooo-oooo)
(Oooo-oooo)
Na-na-na-na-na yeah-hey
(Ooooo-ooooo)
(Ooooo-ooooo)
Tell me - (don't you wanna go?)
Yeah! now it's alright-a
I-am (goin' to a go-go)
Yes I am now (goin' to a go-go)
Oh come on now-ow
It doesn't matter if-a you go stag-a
It doesn't matter if-a you go drag-a You're sure to have some fun
I'm tellin' everyone
Most every taxi a-that you flag is
(Goin' to a go-go)
Oh come on baby
(Goin' to a go-go)
Baby come on now-ow
(Don't you wanna go?)
Yeah!
A one more time, yeah
I'm (goin to a go-go)
A-hoo-hoo-wee-eee
(Goin' to a go-go)
Baby come on now-ow
(Goin' to a go-go)
Come on baby
(Goin' to a go-go)
Oh come on now
Yea-yea-yea
Yea-yea-yea
FADES-
Yea-yea-yea-yea-yea-yea-yea
(Goin' to a go go)
The lyrics to Smokey Robinson and the Miracles' "Going to a Go-Go" are about a new place that the singer has discovered where people from all over come to dance and have a good time. The song speaks about the excitement and anticipation of going out to have fun, seeing familiar faces from around town, and possibly even spotting a celebrity. The lyrics encourage everyone to join the party and not worry about going alone, because there is sure to be fun to be had by all.
Throughout the song, Smokey Robinson's smooth and soulful delivery adds depth to the lyrics, conveying both excitement and a sense of community. The repetition of the chorus, "Going to a go-go, everybody's going to a go-go," serves to reinforce the idea that this new place is the place to be, and everyone is in on it.
Overall, "Going to a Go-Go" is a feel-good song that speaks to the timeless appeal of going out and dancing to great music in the company of others. It's a song that celebrates the joy of life and encourages us all to let go of our worries and have some fun.
Line by Line Meaning
Going to a go-go
Going to a party/dance event
Going to a go-go
Going to a party/dance event
Na-na-na-na, yeah-hey
Vocal sound effects
Well there's a brand new place I found-a
A new party/dance venue discovered
Where people goin' from miles around-a
People from far and wide are attending
They come from everywhere and if you'll drop in there
Diverse groups of people attend and you may see anyone there
You might see anyone in town-a
People from all parts of town can be seen there
Going to a go-go, everybody's
A popular party event with everyone attending
Going to a go-go, come on now
Invitation to attend the party/dance event
Don't you wanna go, yeah
Asking if the listener wants to attend
A one more time, yeah
Enticement to attend again
I'm going to a go-go, hoo-hoo-wee-eee
The singer is personally attending the party/dance event
Going to a go-go, baby come on now
Invitation to attend the party/dance event
It doesn't matter where you are-a
Irrespective of one's location
A go go can be found
One can always find a party/dance event
You'll see some people from your block
Familiar faces from one's neighborhood can also be seen
And don't be shocked
It's not unusual to see such people there
If you see your favorite star-a
Even celebrities can be seen there
Going to a go-go, 'cause everybody
A popular party/dance event with everyone attending
Going to a go-go, oh, come on now-ow
Invitation to attend the party/dance event
Don't you wanna go?
Asking if the listener wants to attend
Yeah people, come on now
Invitation to attend the party/dance event
Na-na-na-na-na yeah-hey
Vocal sound effects
Tell me
Asking a question
Don't you wanna go?
Asking if the listener wants to attend
Yeah, now it's alright-a
Expression of assurance that everything is okay
I-am going to a go-go
The singer is personally attending the party/dance event
Yes I am now going to a go-go
The singer is personally attending the party/dance event
Oh, come on now-ow
Invitation to attend the party/dance event
It doesn't matter if-a you go stag-a
Regardless of attending alone
It doesn't matter if-a you go drag-a
Regardless of wearing different or unusual attire
You're sure to have some fun, I'm tellin' everyone
Assurance given that the party/dance event will be enjoyable
Most every taxi a-that you flag is
Taxis are also heading to the party venue
Going to a go-go, oh come on baby
Invitation to attend the party/dance event
Going to a go-go, baby come on now-ow
Invitation to attend the party/dance event
Don't you wanna go, yeah
Asking if the listener wants to attend
A one more time, yeah
Enticement to attend again
I'm going to a go-go, a-hoo-hoo-wee-eee
The singer is personally attending the party/dance event
Going to a go-go, baby come on now-ow
Invitation to attend the party/dance event
Going to a go-go, come on baby
Invitation to attend the party/dance event
Going to a go-go, oh come on now
Invitation to attend the party/dance event
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Warren Moore, William Robinson Jr., Robert Rogers, Marvin Tarplin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sharonpeppers3341
#SmokeyRobinsonAndTheMiracles were one of the early great male groups of #MotownRecords. When this song came out, i was not allowed to go dancing alone. But, when momma did let me, dance i did. Enjoyed dancing and esp to this record 😊💖😊💙😊💙😊❤️😊💜🎸🎻🪘🎷🥁🪗🎹
@lindsayrogers6690
I was a young teacher riding to discos on my Lambretta scooter. We all loved this tune.
I’m now 68 years of age and recovering from surgery for cancer but this wonderful music still provides the soundtrack to my life ❤
@oldermusiclover
lost most of my family to cancer hope you are doing well God Bless
@lindsayrogers6690
@@oldermusiclover nice of you to wish me well, thank you very much. I had my latest “all clear” last December which was a wonderful Xmas gift.
All the best to you.
@oldermusiclover
@@lindsayrogers6690 so happy to hear that
@sunnysmiles131
God bless you!
@fylinghigh459
I couldn't remember the name of this song, told my mom she asked me to sing what I could remember she got in 2 seconds , funny because we were driving back from her infusions..😁
@billmurray7473
Hip-hop and gangster rap
will NEVER replace
The Motown Sound.
@1blastman
This is my all time favorite Motown song. There's a timeless feeling about this song....like I'm slickly sliding around a dance floor, riding the music for eternity.
@jennifursun3303
one of mine as well