Baby's Got Rhythm
TNT Lyrics


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Hey baby, gotta have this feeling
Gotta have this feeling tonight
Hey baby, gotta have this feeling
Gotta dance, dance through the night

Baby's got rhythm, baby's got the groove,
Baby's got the swing, baby's got the move
Baby's got rhythm, baby's got the groove,
Baby's got the swing, baby's got the move

Hey baby, gotta have this feeling
Gotta have this feeling tonight
Hey baby, gotta have this feeling
Gotta dance, dance through the night
Hey baby, gotta keep on moving
Gotta keep on staying on top




Hey baby, gotta keep on moving
Gotta dance, dance 'till we drop

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to TNT’s “Baby’s Got Rhythm” express a desire to dance all night long with a certain someone who possesses an irresistible energy and presence on the dance floor. The singer insists that he must feel this “feeling” and continue dancing until they can no longer stand. The repetition of the phrase “hey baby” throughout the song suggests that the singer is addressing this feeling to a specific person or object of desire. The refrain of “baby’s got rhythm, baby’s got the groove” highlights the irresistible quality that this person possesses, emphasizing the connection between their internal rhythm and the external movements of their body. The song makes clear that this energy is contagious, and that others must join in the dance in order to experience the same level of passion and joy as the singer and their partner.


The song’s overall message is one of celebration of dance and connection, and of the power of music to bring people together. The repetitive nature of the lyrics, with their simple structure and catchy phrases, reflect the urgency and intensity of the desire for movement and connection. Additionally, the use of repetition in the chorus underscores the importance of rhythm and groove in the song and in the act of dancing itself.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey baby, gotta have this feeling
The singer wants to experience a particular emotion or sensation.


Gotta have this feeling tonight
The singer wishes to experience the emotion or sensation as soon as possible.


Hey baby, gotta dance, dance through the night
The singer wants to dance vigorously for a prolonged period of time.


Baby's got rhythm, baby's got the groove,
The artist believes that the subject of the song (likely a woman) possesses exceptional musical skill and natural talent for dancing.


Baby's got the swing, baby's got the move
The subject of the song has a specific style and flair to her dancing that the artist finds impressive.


Hey baby, gotta keep on moving
The singer wants to maintain a high level of physical activity or energy.


Gotta keep on staying on top
The singer wants to remain the best at whatever activity he and the subject of the song are engaging in (likely dancing).


Gotta dance, dance 'till we drop
The artist wants to continue dancing without stopping until they are physically unable to do so.




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