Twist and Shout
The Beatles Lyrics


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Well, shake it up, baby, now
Twist and shout
Come on, come on, come, come on, baby, now
Come on and work it on out
Well, work it on out, honey
You know you look so good
You know you got me goin' now
Just like I know you would

Well, shake it up, baby, now
Twist and shout
Come on, come on, come, come on, baby, now
Come on and work it on out
You know you twist, little girl
You know you twist so fine
Come on and twist a little closer now
And let me know that you're mine, woo

Ah, ah, ah, ah, wow
Baby, now
Twist and shout
Come on, come on, come, come on, baby, now
Come on and work it on out
You know you twist, little girl
You know you twist so fine
Come on and twist a little closer now
And let me know that you're mine
Well, shake it, shake it, shake it, baby, now
Well, shake it, shake it, shake it, baby, now




Well, shake it, shake it, shake it, baby, now
Ah, ah, ah, ah

Overall Meaning

The song "Twist and Shout" by The Beatles is a lively and energetic tune that encourages listeners to dance and move their bodies. The lyrics are relatively simple but convey a sense of joy and excitement that is infectious. The singer urges the listener to "shake it up" and "work it on out," suggesting a release of energy and emotion through dance. The chorus repeats the song's title, urging the listener to "twist and shout," which has become a popular catchphrase associated with the song.


In the second verse, the singer focuses on a specific person, addressing them as "honey" and telling them they look good. This section of the song is more romantic in nature, as the singer declares that they knew the person would have this effect on them. The chorus repeats again, and the singer urges the person to "twist a little closer now" and "let me know that you're mine," suggesting a desire for intimacy and connection.


Overall, "Twist and Shout" is a fun and lively song that encourages movement, joy, and connection with others. The song has become a staple in popular culture and is often associated with dance parties and celebrations.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, shake it up, baby, now
Encouraging someone to let loose and have fun, perhaps through dancing or other physical movement


Twist and shout
Suggesting a dance move including twisting of the body and loud vocal exclamation


Come on, come on, come, come on, baby, now
Urging someone to join in on the fun, with repeated insistence


Come on and work it on out
Encouraging someone to keep moving and dancing, as if it were a workout or exercise


You know you look so good
Complimenting someone on their appearance, possibly with flirtatious intent


You know you got me goin' now
Acknowledging that the person's energy and enthusiasm has caught on and infected them as well


Just like I knew you would
Implying that this was expected, and perhaps suggesting a prior relationship or dynamic


You know you twist, little girl
Referring to a specific dance move as performed by the person being addressed


You know you twist so fine
Complimenting the person on their ability to perform the dance move in question


Come on and twist a little closer now
Inviting the person to move closer and possibly engage in more intimate interaction


And let me know that you're mine, woo
Hinting at a desire for exclusive romantic or sexual connection


Ah, ah, ah, ah, wow
Expressing vocal enthusiasm and excitement


Baby, now
Affectionately addressing the person being spoken to


Well, shake it, shake it, shake it, baby, now
Repeating the earlier encouragement to dance and let loose


Ah, ah, ah, ah
Continuation of vocal enthusiasm and excitement




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Bert Russell, Phil Medley

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@Lily-xb3nr

What a voice 💟&twist and love John Lennon forever ♾️☮️

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Well Said Lily

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Atemporal.

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💙 JOHN LENNON...

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"Terrific!" 👌

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My favourite song from The Beatles ❤❤❤❤

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The Beatles espetacular, sensacional. The Beatles para sempre! 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

@gloriaarcos6061

Mi ídolo por siempre ❤

@earleddings5166

Absolutely love the pictures . John Lennon is a great singer and person . Good looking guy . Love John Lennon . Gone way too soon . Love the song .

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