The Go-Go's are an all-female American rock and roll group that formed in 1… Read Full Bio ↴The Go-Go's are an all-female American rock and roll group that formed in 1978 in Los Angeles, California. They made history as the first all-woman band in pop music that played their own instruments and wrote their own songs to top the Billboard charts with a #1 album. Stylistically, their energetic music spanned punk, surf rock, new wave, power pop, and more. They rose to fame in the early-80s with a sunny, retro public image, and their unlikely success helped ushered in an era of similar bands and music in the U.S.

Their best known tunes include "Our Lips Our Sealed", "Vacation", and "We Got The Beat" among others. Their trend-setting debut album, 'Beauty and the Beat', didn't just reach #1 after its 1981 release but is also considered one of the cornerstone albums of American new wave. In the beginning, they played primarily what was known as 'pop punk', and they then made their sound more sunny and romantic, having later associated themselves with the distinct sound of 80s pop rock. The Go-Go's had five Top 40 hits in their heyday.

Website: http://www.gogos.com/

In addition, there was a group from Newcastle in the U.K. known as "The Go-Go's" in the 60s. That artist is known for their 1964 novelty Christmas single, titled "I'm Gonna Spend My Christmas With A Dalek", which referenced the budding 'Doctor Who' craze. Like the later U.S. band of the same name, the group's name was a reference to go-go dancing.

Let's Have a Party
The Go-Go's Lyrics

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Some people like to rock
Some people like to roll
But movin' and a groovin'
Gonna satisfy my soul
Let's have a party
C'mon let's have a party
When some people getting bored
Rock some more

Let's have a party tonight

I've never kissed a bear
I've never kissed a goon
But I can shake a chicken
In the middle of the room
Let's have a party
C'mon let's have a party
When some people getting bored
Rock some more
Let's have a party tonight
2 - 3 - 4

Honky Tonky Joe
Is knockin' at the door
Let's bring him in and feel him up
And spin him on the floor
Let's have a party
C'mon let's have a party
When some people getting bored
Rock some more
Let's have a party tonight

The music's getting hot
We're dancing to the beat
Cousin shot the moon
And we're jumping on our feet
Let's have a party
C'mon let's have a party
Then the people get some fun
Rock some more
Let's have a party tonight

We're gonna have a party tonight
We're gonna have a party tonight

Overall Meaning

The Go-Go's's "Let's Have A Party" is a classic party anthem that has stood the test of time thanks to its infectious melody and lyrics. The song begins by acknowledging that everyone has different tastes when it comes to music, with some people liking to rock and others preferring to roll. But regardless of individual preferences, the key to a good time is "movin' and a groovin'." The chorus is an invitation to all to come together and have a party, with repeating calls to "let's have a party tonight."

One of the most interesting things about the song is the quirky second verse, which features the memorable line "I've never kissed a bear, I've never kissed a goon, but I can shake a chicken in the middle of the room." This playful lyric sets the tone for the rest of the song, and reinforces the idea that the important thing is to let loose, have fun, and dance like nobody's watching.

The third verse introduces Honky Tonky Joe, who is "knockin' at the door." He is described as someone to "bring in and feel him up and spin him on the floor," again emphasizing the carefree and uninhibited nature of the party. The final verse brings the song to a climax, with the music getting hot and the partygoers "dancing to the beat." The song ends on a high note, with a declaration that "we're gonna have a party tonight" that is sure to energize any crowd.

Line by Line Meaning

Some people like to rock
There are individuals who prefer to listen to rock music.

Some people like to roll
Others enjoy listening to roll music.

But movin' and a groovin' Gonna satisfy my soul
However, the singer finds satisfaction in dancing and moving their body to music.

Let's have a party C'mon let's have a party When some people getting bored Rock some more Let's have a party tonight
The artist suggests having a party as a way to combat boredom and continue dancing to music.

I've never kissed a bear I've never kissed a goon But I can shake a chicken In the middle of the room
The artist has not kissed any unusual creatures, but they can dance energetically in front of others.

2 - 3 - 4
This line is part of the song's rhythm and serves as a verbal cue for dancers to move to the beat.

Honky Tonky Joe Is knockin' at the door Let's bring him in and feel him up And spin him on the floor
The singer is excited to welcome Honky Tonky Joe into the party and dance with him.

The music's getting hot We're dancing to the beat Cousin shot the moon And we're jumping on our feet
The music is becoming more intense, and everyone is energetically dancing and having fun together.

Then the people get some fun Rock some more Let's have a party tonight
The artist notices that people are having fun at the party and suggests continuing the music and dancing with another song.

We're gonna have a party tonight We're gonna have a party tonight
The artist restates the intention to have a fun party tonight.

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