Dance This Mess Around
THE B52´S Lyrics
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Remember when you were my man
Walk talk in the name of love
Before you break my heart
Think it over, think it over
Roll it over in your mind
Why don't you dance with me
I'm not no Limburger
Dance this mess around
Dance this mess around, 'round, 'round
Everybody goes to parties
They dance this mess around
They do the Shu-ga-loo
Do the Shy Tuna
Do the Camel Walk
Do the Hip-o-crit
Ah-Hippy Hippy forward Hippy Hippy
Hippy Shake, Hippy Shake
Oh-it's time to do 'em right
Hey now, don't that make you feel a whole lot better?
Huh?
I say, don't that make you feel a whole lot better
What you say?
I'm just askin'
Shake-Bake-Shake-Bake
Everybody goes to parties
They dance this mess around
They do all 16 dances
They do all 16 dances
Do the Coo-ca-choo
Do the Aqua-velva
Do the Dirty Dog
Do the Escalator
Ah-Hippy Hippy forward Hippy Hippy
Hippy Shake, Hippy Shake
It's time to do 'em right
Hey! Fred, now don't that make you feel a whole lot better now?
Huh?
Say, don't that make you feel a whole lot better?
What you say?
I'm just askin'
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Stop!
Dance on over
Yeah, yeah
Dance, dance, dance this mess around
Dance this mess around
Shake, shake-a-bake shake
Shake, shake, shake, shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
Dance this mess around
Yeah, yeah, yeah
The lyrics of "Dance This Mess Around" by THE B52'S are focused on the theme of dancing and the different types of dances that people perform at parties. The song is filled with fun dance names like Shu-ga-loo, Shy Tuna, Camel Walk, Hip-o-crit, and 16 others. The chorus of the song encourages listeners to dance and "shake-bake-shake-bake" to this mess around, hinting at the idea that dancing can be a remedy for a lot of life's problems.
The first few lines of the song suggest that the singer is asking her ex-boyfriend to think it over before breaking her heart. When she says "I'm not no Limburger," she is possibly referencing cheese, indicating that she is not someone to be easily thrown away or forgotten. The song then transitions into its main theme of dancing, with the repetition of the phrases "dance this mess around" and "yeah, yeah, yeah."
Overall, the song is a celebration of dancing and its ability to lighten the mood and lift people's spirits. The song is upbeat, fun, and energetic, which perfectly encapsulates the energy of a lively party.
Line by Line Meaning
Remember when you held my hand
Do you recall our sweet moments together when you gently held my hand?
Remember when you were my man
Do you remember when we were together and you were mine?
Walk talk in the name of love
Let's communicate in ways that honor our love for each other.
Before you break my heart
Please don't hurt me by breaking my heart.
Think it over, think it over
Take some time and consider what you're about to do before making a decision.
Roll it over in your mind
Mull it over in your head before taking any action.
Why don't you dance with me
Let's dance together and enjoy this moment.
I'm not no Limburger
I'm not cheap or low-quality.
Just a limburger
I'm still just a person with flaws and imperfections.
Dance this mess around
Let's have fun despite the confusion and chaos of life.
Everybody goes to parties
It's a common experience to go out and have fun with friends.
They dance this mess around
People enjoy getting wild and crazy on the dance floor.
They do the Shu-ga-loo
Various dance moves can be enjoyed at parties.
Do the Shy Tuna
People are willing to try new and silly dances at parties.
Do the Camel Walk
Unconventional dances can be fun and entertaining at gatherings.
Do the Hip-o-crit
Creative people can invent and execute new dances at parties.
Ah-Hippy Hippy forward Hippy Hippy
Some dance styles have survived through the generations and remain popular.
Hippy Shake, Hippy Shake
Older dance fads can still be enjoyed and appreciated.
Oh-it's time to do 'em right
It's time to have fun and enjoy our party experience to the fullest.
Hey now, don't that make you feel a whole lot better?
A little bit of dancing and fun can change your mood and brighten your day.
Huh?
Do you agree?
I say, don't that make you feel a whole lot better
I'm affirming that dancing and enjoying ourselves can improve our outlook.
What you say?
Do you agree with my statement?
I'm just askin'
I'm just curious and trying to start a conversation.
Shake-Bake-Shake-Bake
Let's keep dancing and having fun!
They do all 16 dances
There are so many dances to enjoy that you can dance all night long!
Do the Coo-ca-choo
New dance trends come and go, but some stick around for a while.
Do the Aqua-velva
Dances are often inspired by popular products of the time, like a type of aftershave or lotion.
Do the Dirty Dog
People are willing to get a little down and dirty when dancing and having fun.
Do the Escalator
Some dance moves try to replicate real-life actions, like riding an escalator.
Stop!
Let's take a break from dancing and catch our breath.
Dance on over
Let's get back to the party and keep dancing!
Yeah, yeah
Let's keep the energy high and continue having fun!
Dance, dance, dance this mess around
Dancing is a great way to embrace the chaos of life and have fun despite troubled times.
Shake, shake-a-bake shake
Keep dancing and enjoying the music!
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: KATE PIERSON, FRED SCHNEIDER, KEITH STRICKLAND, CINDY WILSON, RICKY WILSON
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