Footloose
The Bacon Brothers Lyrics
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I'm punching my card
Eight hours, for what?
Oh, tell me what I got
I've down this feeling
That time's just holdin' me down
I'll hit the ceiling
Tonight I gotta cut
Loose, footloose
Kick off your Sunday shoes
Please, Louise
Pull me off a my knees
Jack, get back
Come on before we crack
Lose your blues
Everybody cut footloose
You're playing so cool
Obeyin' every rule
I'll dig a way down in your heart
You're burnin', yearnin' for songs
Somebody to tell you
That life ain't a passin' you by
I'm tryin' to tell you
It will if you don't even try
You can fly if you'd only cut
Loose, footloose
Kick off your Sunday shoes
Ooh wee, Marie
Shake it, shake it for me
Whoa, Milo
Come on, come on let's go
Lose your blues
Everybody cut footloose
Cut footloose
Cut footloose
Cut footloose
We got to turn me around
And put your feet on the ground
Now take a hold of the phone
Whoa, I'm turnin' it loose
Loose, footloose
Kick off your Sunday shoes
Please, Louise
Pull me off a my knees
Jack, get back
Come on before we crack
Lose your blues
Everybody cut footloose
Loose, footloose
Kick off your Sunday shoes
Please, Louise
Pull me off a my knees
Jack, get back
Come on before we crack
Lose your blues
Everybody cut, everybody cut
Everybody cut, everybody cut
Everybody cut, everybody cut
Everybody cut footloose
"Footloose" by The Bacon Brothers has lyrics that are about a desire to break free from the monotony and constraints of modern life. The song describes the feeling of being trapped in a nine-to-five job, conforming to social norms, and not really living. The singer wants to let loose and live life to the fullest. They are asking for someone to show them that life doesn't have to pass them by.
The song builds up to its chorus, which calls for everyone to "cut footloose." This phrase implies that you should let go of your inhibitions and dance like nobody's watching. It's a call to action for people to embrace their inner wild child and let their true selves shine.
Overall, "Footloose" is a song about the human yearning for freedom, fun, and self-expression. Its upbeat tempo and catchy lyrics have made it an enduring classic that continues to inspire people to let loose and dance.
Line by Line Meaning
Been working so hard
I have been working hard laboring on a job
I'm punching my card
I am clocking in and out of work using a timecard
Eight hours, for what?
I am working for eight hours but I don't know what I am working for
Oh, tell me what I got
Can someone please tell me why I am working this job?
I've down this feeling
I have been experiencing this emotion
That time's just holdin' me down
I feel like time is keeping me stuck in this position
I'll hit the ceiling
I will reach my boiling point and explode
Or else I'll tear up this town
I will become wild and uncontrollable, causing chaos throughout the city
Tonight I gotta cut
Tonight I need to let loose and release my built-up frustration
Loose, footloose
I need to let go and be free
Kick off your Sunday shoes
Take off your formal attire and let loose
Please, Louise
Please, allow me to let go and be free
Pull me off a my knees
Raise me up from my lowly position
Jack, get back
Get away from that dull and mundane lifestyle
Come on before we crack
Let's have some fun before we become overwhelmed with the stresses of life
Lose your blues
Forget about your sorrows
Everybody cut footloose
Everyone, let's dance and be free
You're playing so cool
You are acting calm and unbothered
Obeyin' every rule
You are following every regulation and guideline
I'll dig a way down in your heart
I will find a way to bring out your true desires and emotions
You're burnin', yearnin' for songs
You have a deep longing for music and dance
Somebody to tell you
You need someone to communicate this message to you
That life ain't a passin' you by
Don't let life pass you by; take control of your destiny
I'm tryin' to tell you
I am attempting to communicate this message to you
It will if you don't even try
If you don't attempt to take control of your life, it will pass you by
You can fly if you'd only cut
You have the ability to soar if you let go of your inhibitions
Ooh wee, Marie
Wow, look at Marie
Shake it, shake it for me
Dance and move your body for my enjoyment
Whoa, Milo
Wow, look at Milo
Come on, come on let's go
Let's go out and have some fun
Cut footloose
Dance and be free
We got to turn me around
We need to change our current situation
And put your feet on the ground
We need to focus and get grounded
Now take a hold of the phone
Take control of your life
Whoa, I'm turnin' it loose
Letting go of my inhibitions
Everybody cut, everybody cut
Everyone should join in on this freedom of expression
Everybody cut footloose
Everyone, let's dance and be free
Contributed by Caden R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.