808
TheSaturdays Lyrics

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Drop like an 808
(Drop like an 808)
Drop like an 808
Come drop that 808
Drop like an 808
Drop like an 808
Drop like an 808
808

Heard you got a lot of records, lot of records that I wanna hear
So you better play my song, play my song, or I'm outta here
Won't wait for nothing, you should see me now
I started something threw the old beat out
It ain't a problem if I like it loud
So turn it up to amazing, to amazing

I'll make it drop like an 808
Hit like a heavy weight
Said you can handle it
Come drop that 808
Fight like an animal
Bite like an animal
Come drop that 808, 808
So tonight it's time to do it, do it, do it, so loud all night
So do it, do it, do it right now
'Cause I am waiting for your love
So make it drop like an 808

Get an amplifier, take it outside
Parked out front, cause you gotta sick ride
Only one night, it's you and I
Yeah you can run but you better not hide
Now I am in your face, give me that bass
We get so hot, blowing up to space
So what's it gone take? tonight we'll wait, wait
We'll wait for nothing, you should see me now
I started something threw the old beat out
It ain't a problem if I like it loud
So turn it up to amazing, to amazing

I'll make it drop like an 808
Hit like a heavy weight
Said you can handle it
Come drop that 808
Fight like an animal
Bite like an animal
Come drop that 808, 808
So tonight it's time to do it, do it, do it, so loud all night
So do it, do it, do it right now
'Cause I am waiting for your love
So make it drop like an 808

Oh
Like an 808
808

So tonight it's time to do it, do it, do it, so loud all night
So do it, do it, do it right now
'Cause I am waiting for your love
So make it drop like an 808
So tonight it's time to do it, do it, do it, so loud all night
So do it, do it, do it right now

'Cause I am waiting for your love
So make it drop like an 808

Overall Meaning

The song "808" by The Saturdays is an upbeat dance track, with the lyrics focusing on the desire for a heavy bass drop, comparing it to the sound of the Roland TR-808 drum machine. The chorus urges the listener to "drop like an 808," indicating a desire for a deep, powerful sound that will get them moving. The singer also references their love of loud music and their willingness to be bold and take risks in pursuit of a good time. The first verse indicates that the singer is looking for a particular song to be played and will leave if it isn't played, showcasing their dedication to finding the perfect vibe.

Overall, "808" can be interpreted as a celebration of the power of music and its ability to move people. The chorus indicates that the bass drop is essential to the enjoyment of the song, as it provides the driving force that gets people dancing. The second verse suggests that the singer is willing to go to great lengths for a good time, even taking the party outside and into the streets. The repeated refrain of "do it, do it, do it" reinforces the idea that the moment is all about letting go and enjoying the music.

Line by Line Meaning

Drop like an 808
They want the beat to drop heavily, like the sound of the Roland TR-808 drum machine.

Heard you got a lot of records, lot of records that I wanna hear
The singer wants to listen to the DJ's vast music collection.

So you better play my song, play my song, or I'm outta here
If the singer's requested song isn't played, they will leave the venue.

Won't wait for nothing, you should see me now
The singer is serious about their request and won't wait for long.

I started something threw the old beat out
The singer wants a new, fresh sound to dance to.

It ain't a problem if I like it loud
The singer is not afraid of loud music and wants it to be turned up.

I'll make it drop like an 808
The singer will ensure the beat drops heavily like the 808 drum machine.

Hit like a heavy weight
The beat will pack a powerful punch.

Come drop that 808
The singer wants the DJ to play the music with heavy bass.

Fight like an animal
The singer and listeners will dance like wild animals.

Bite like an animal
The singer and listeners will dance with energy and passion.

So tonight it's time to do it, do it, do it, so loud all night
They want to dance loudly and energetically all through the night.

Cause I am waiting for your love
The singer wants the audience to show their love through their enthusiasm for the music.

Get an amplifier, take it outside
They want to use an amplifier and take the music outside the club or venue.

Parked out front, cause you gotta sick ride
They want to park their ride (car) outside the venue in a flashy manner.

Only one night, it's you and I
It's a one-time opportunity for the singer and their audience to dance together.

We get so hot, blowing up to space
The energy and excitement during the dance will feel like they are blasting off to space.

So what's it gone take? tonight we'll wait, wait
They are ready to wait until the music is perfect for them to dance to.

Oh like an 808
They appreciate the heavy sound of the 808 drum machine.

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CAMILLE ANGELINA PURCELL, GEORGE HENRY TIZZARD, RICHARD JAMES PARKHOUSE

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