Shake It Up
The Cars Lyrics


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Uh well, dance all night, play all day
Don't let nothin' get in the way
Dance all night, keep the beat
Don't you worry 'bout two left feet

Shake it up
Shake it up, oo yeah
Shake it up
Shake it up

Dance all night and get real loose
You don't need no bad excuse
Dance all night with anyone
Don't let nobody pick your fun

Shake it up, oo, oo
Shake it up, yeah yeah
Shake it up, oo, oo
Shake it up

That's right, I said
Dance all night
Go go go
Dance all night
Get real low
Go all night
Get real hot
Well, shake it up now, all you've got, woo

Dance
Oo dance

Uh well, dance all night and whirl your hair
Make the night cats stop and stare
Dance all night, go to work
Do the move with a quirky jerk

Just shake it up, oo oo
Shake it up, oo yeah
Shake it up
Shake it up

Uh well, dance all night
Go go go
Get so light
Get real low
Dance all night
Get real hot
Shake it up, with all you've got, woo

Shake it up, make a scene
Let them know what you really mean
And dance all night, keep the beat
And don't you worry 'bout two left feet

Just shake it up, oo, oo
Shake it up, oo oo, yeah
Shake it up, oo, oo
Shake it up, oh, yeah

Shake it up, shake it up babe
Shake it up, oo, oo
Shake it up, shake it up babe
Shake it up, oo, oo

Shake it up, shake it up, yeah yeah, shake it up
Oo oo, shake it up




Shake it up, shake it up babe
Shake it up, oo, oo

Overall Meaning

The Cars' "Shake It Up" is a joyful and upbeat song that encourages listeners to dance all night and let loose. The lyrics highlight the importance of enjoying oneself and not worrying about judgement or criticism from others. It is a call-to-action for individuals to embrace their unique moves and dance style. The repetition of the phrase "Shake it up" throughout the song emphasizes the need for people to let go of their inhibitions and express themselves freely.


The verses of the song emphasize that there is no need for an excuse to dance and that one should dance with anyone, even strangers. The bridge of the song highlights that dancing is not limited to just clubs or parties, but one can incorporate dance moves into their everyday life. It encourages a sense of spontaneity and urges individuals to "make a scene" and "let them know what you really mean."


Overall, "Shake It Up" is a celebratory anthem that emphasizes the power of dancing and the freedom that comes with it.


Line by Line Meaning

Uh well, dance all night, play all day
Enjoy yourself by dancing and playing all day and through the night.


Don't let nothin' get in the way
Don't allow anything to stop you from having fun.


Dance all night, keep the beat
Continue dancing all night while keeping up the tempo.


Don't you worry 'bout two left feet
Don't be concerned about your dancing abilities.


Shake it up
Move your body in a rhythmic fashion.


Shake it up, oo yeah
Continue moving to the music in a fun way.


Dance all night and get real loose
Feel free to loosen up and let your body move.


You don't need no bad excuse
You do not need a reason to enjoy yourself.


Dance all night with anyone
Feel free to dance with anyone around you.


Don't let nobody pick your fun
Don't allow anyone to spoil your enjoyment.


That's right, I said
The singer affirms their belief in the preceding statements.


Go go go
Continue to party and have fun.


Get real low
Lower your body and dance close to the ground.


Get real hot
Keep up the energy and continue dancing with enthusiasm.


Well, shake it up now, all you've got, woo
Put all your effort into dancing with vigor and spirit.


Oo dance
Encouragement to keep dancing and enjoying the music.


Uh well, dance all night and whirl your hair
Dance energetically and move your hair around while doing so.


Make the night cats stop and stare
Captivate others' attention with your dancing skills.


Dance all night, go to work
Keep dancing without letting anything stop you, as if it's your job.


Do the move with a quirky jerk
Incorporate your own unique style into your dance moves.


Shake it up, make a scene
Move with energy and passionate vitality, catching everyone's attention.


Let them know what you really mean
Express yourself fully through your dancing and movement.


And dance all night, keep the beat
Keep on dancing in rhythm with the music through the whole night.


And don't you worry 'bout two left feet
Don't bother worrying about how well you can dance.


Shake it up, oh, yeah
Keep the energy up and continue having fun on the dance floor.


Shake it up, shake it up babe
Let's keep up the fun and keep dancing.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ric Ocasek

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@user-js6el7vn2r

"Shake It Up"

Uh well, dance all night, play all day
Don't let nothin' get in the way
Dance all night keep the beat
Don't you worry 'bout two left feet
Shake it up
Shake it up, oo yeah
Shake it up
Shake it up

Well dance all night, get real loose
You don't need no bad excuse
Dance all night with anyone
Don't let nobody pick your fun
Shake it up, oo-oo
Shake it up, yeah yeah
Shake it up, oo-oo
Shake it up

That's right I said dance all night
(Go go go)
And dance all night
(Get real low)
Go all night
(Get real hot)
Well, shake it up now, all you've got, woo

Dance
Oh dance

Uh well dance all night and whirl your hair
Make the night cats stop and stare
Dance all night, go to work
Do the move with quirky jerk
Just shake it up, oo-oo
Shake it up, oo yeah
Shake it up, that's right
Shake it up

Uh well dance all night
(Go go go)
Get so light
(Get real low)
Dance all night
(Get real hot)
Shake it up, all you've got, woo

Shake it up, make a scene
Let them know what you really mean
And dance all night, keep the beat
Don't ya worry 'bout two left feet
Shake it up, oo-oo
(Shake it up) oo yeah
Shake it up, oo-oo
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(Shake it up)
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Shake it up, oo-oo
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@josephwhelan7804

The eighties. What decade compares to the greatest decade in entertainment as the 1980's. Movies, sports music. The 80's is the decade of enternainment. No cell phones, internet, social media to make you soft. Music was music in the 80's. This is why some many of todays celebrities, musicians refer back to that time when life was great. Before we lost ourselves in this techno babble we live in.


Bands like the Cars with Ric Ocasek made music to last the test of time.
The music of the MTV era will continue to be here long after when todays music is dust in the wind. Taylor who and Justin Bieber what joins the five minute wonders like the Kardasians. On the other hand, the loss of such greats from the 80's like Robert Palmer, Michael Jackson, Prince, David Bowie, George Michael, Tom Petty, Eddie Money and Ric Ocasek will be forever missed.


Long live rock & roll!!!


Long live the 1980's!!!!



All comments from YouTube:

@rhino

Rest In Peace Ric Ocasek. Thank you for the music and the magic. We've compiled our favorite Cars and Ric videos and tunes. Watch them all here http://bit.ly/2ke4XcC

@econogate

One of my biggest influences, thanks for all the memories Ric!

@oleysiaogren1192

Making money off his death. Shame on you!

@CatGoomba64

@Oleysia Ogren The guy who uploaded this most likely isn't making a cent off it. Elektra records, who released the song as a single initially, probably monetized this video when it first came out.

RIP Ric Ocasek, rock won't be the same without you

@BEHEDETY

so sad

@djcostly5967

@Oleysia Ogren - Ric died on Sept. 15, 2019. This video was posted in January 2018. Do you really think RHINO knew then Ric would die almost two years later?
Think before you speak.

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@williamrose2506

I'm 76 and i still need a frequent dose of the Cars. I hope the remaining members are living comfortably. The music is immortal.

@eilandwaynette

I'm 58 ° the CARS appeared out of nowhere with 10 awesome songs and from there they just took off like a rocket into space ° we were blessed to be around when they took that awesome FLIGHT 🥰 I've been listening to them since 1978 ° a FOREVER CARS fan and Benjamin FAN 😘❤️

@dioncampbell2393

With all respect, what do You mean still Sir? Of course You need the Cars, we all do! I only wish my father loved the m, don't be ashamed, You simply have good taste, yeeesezaaaaaaaaaajhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!

@musicauthority-kt6zy

Elliott Easton is still around, he's an extremely underrated guitarist. along with some other guys from the eighties. one of was the lead singer from the Romantics. have formed another group called the Empty Hearts. and they are pretty good, however I sure miss The Cars. but I still listen to their music often.

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