On February 10, 2009 the Lonely Island's debut record "Incredibad" was released. It includes most of the SNL Digital Shorts as well as new songs featuring E-40, Julian Casablancas, Beck, Jack Black, and Norah Jones.
On their YouTube channel, The Lonely Island announced an upcoming album on October 28, 2010, which would be released in the spring of 2011. On December 18, 2010, the SNL Digital Short was the official music video of "I Just Had Sex" (featuring Akon), the first single off the album.
On January 29, 2011, the group debuted "The Creep" featuring Nicki Minaj and a cameo by filmmaker John Waters, on SNL and YouTube. On March 15, 2011, Direct Current Music reported that the album would be named Turtleneck & Chain and would be released on May 10, 2011. On April 1, 2011, The Lonely Island appeared as guests on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, where they premiered the lead track, "We're Back!", as well as the new album cover. On April 19, 2011, the group released "Motherlover" featuring Justin Timberlake as the fourth single from the album. This song was last featured on season 34 of SNL.
The group held a fundraiser to promote their new album on April 16, 2011. This event was at Amoeba Music in Berkeley, California. There were only 250 tickets available, and the only way to obtain a ticket was to preorder their album. They hosted a Q&A session and an autograph session. Shortly after, "Motherlover" was released on iTunes. On May 7, they released a new track, "Jack Sparrow", featuring Michael Bolton. Turtleneck & Chain was both Emmy and Grammy nominated (for Best Comedy Album).
On January 26, 2013, the group released a new single on iTunes and Google Music, "YOLO" featuring Adam Levine and Kendrick Lamar. They also released a music video on their YouTube channel which revealed a new album was coming in 2013. On May 4th they announced that their new album will be called The Wack Album, also releasing its cover art and confirming that it will include people they have worked with in the past such as Justin Timberlake and Lady Gaga and some new collaborators like Billie Joe Armstrong and Adam Levine. They also stated that each week until the album comes out they will release a new song or video from the album on each Wednesday called "Wack Wednesdays." The album was released on June 11, 2013.
Donkey Roll
The Lonely Island Lyrics
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We are the Style Boyz, we came to party
So get on the floor and move your body
Lock into the beat and lose control
Don't be a Milf and just (let me see that donkey roll)
Donkey roll
Donkey roll
Let me see that donkey roll
Flap your arms like a bird flying around
Then point your fingers at the cold, dead ground
Make like a dude on an Egyptian scroll
Don't be a Milf and just (let me see that donkey roll)
Donkey roll
Let me see that donkey roll
Donkey roll
Let me see that donkey roll
Donkey roll, donkey roll
In The Lonely Island's song "Donkey Roll," the lyrics convey a playful and energetic atmosphere, encouraging listeners to let loose and have fun on the dance floor. The donkey roll is portrayed as a popular dance move that adds excitement to the party. The repetition of the phrase "let me see that donkey roll" emphasizes the enthusiasm and eagerness to witness this dance move in action.
The song is performed by The Style Boyz, a fictional group created by The Lonely Island. As representatives of the Style Boyz, the artists invite everyone to join the party and enjoy themselves by dancing. The lyrics emphasize the importance of losing control, embracing the rhythm, and getting into the groove. The line "lock into the beat and lose control" encourages listeners to surrender to the music and let their inhibitions go.
The lyrics also contain playful imagery, suggesting various dance moves to engage in. The mention of flapping arms like a bird and pointing fingers at the ground adds a comical element to the song. The reference to acting like a figure on an Egyptian scroll adds a touch of ancient mystique to the dance moves being described. Overall, "Donkey Roll" encourages listeners to be carefree, let go of their inhibitions, and embrace the joy of dancing.
Line by Line Meaning
The donkey roll was the shit, that's the reason why I dance
The donkey roll was amazing and that's why I enjoy dancing
We are the Style Boyz, we came to party
We are the Style Boyz and we're here to have a good time at the party
So get on the floor and move your body
Join us on the dance floor and start moving your body
Lock into the beat and lose control
Immerse yourself in the rhythm and let go of all control
Don't be a Milf and just (let me see that donkey roll)
Don't be shy or reserved, show me your best donkey roll
Flap your arms like a bird flying around
Wave your arms like a bird soaring through the sky
Then point your fingers at the cold, dead ground
Extend your fingers and direct them towards the lifeless ground
Make like a dude on an Egyptian scroll
Pose like a person depicted on an ancient Egyptian manuscript
Don't be a Milf and just (let me see that donkey roll)
Don't hold back, impress me with your donkey roll
Donkey roll
Execute the donkey roll
Let me see that donkey roll
Allow me to witness your donkey roll
Donkey roll
Perform the donkey roll
Let me see that donkey roll
Allow me to witness your donkey roll
Donkey roll, donkey roll
Continue performing the donkey roll
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CAN CANATAN, ANDREW D. SAMBERG, AKIVA SCHAFFER, JORMA TACCONE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Malcolm X Box
Adding this track to my refrigerator playlist as we speak.
scooter86
Can't find the pause button on my toaster. Oh well, at least the shit bangs
hey there Snehal!
i see what you did there😏😂
michael hartman
@hey there Snehal! i mean in this day and age where there are actual refrigerators that have giant tablets on them its not uncommon to hear that
hey there Snehal!
@michael hartman oh, i thought your comment was in referrence to the movie Popstar (never stop stopping) (the refrigerator scene)
michael hartman
@hey there Snehal! no. Haven't even seen the movie. Technology is advancing fast to the point where refrigerators are getting internet connection features
Hannah Johnson
I did background work for this movie and I remember having to learn this dance! I saw Andy Samberg in person and let me tell you he is SO much cuter in person! This was so amazing to see in person, although we did have to sit through it as they did it over and over again, but no complaining from me!
Gitika Jha
wow you're so lucky. I love the lonely island man!
CL
ur so lucky! how was it?
Hannah Johnson
AMAZING!