On the Beach
The Paragons Lyrics


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Let's go and have some fun
On the beach
Where there's a party
Everyone will be there
On the beach
Where there's a party

We're gonna have a ball
Dancing and singing and winding and all

Holding hands together and laughing and all
Then we'll dance, dance, dance, daaaance…

One more box of hops
Says the man to the bartender




One more box of hops
Says the man, I won't surrender

Overall Meaning

The Paragons’ classic 1967 song β€œOn the Beach” is an upbeat and lively tune that encapsulates the vibrant essence of a beach party. The lyrics depict a fun-loving atmosphere where people come together to dance, laugh, and sing. The song opens with an invitation to join in the festivities, to go and β€œhave some fun on the beach where there’s a party,” emphasizing that everyone will be there.


The chorus of the song reinforces this celebratory atmosphere, with the repeated refrain of β€œOn the beach where there’s a party / We’re gonna have a ball / Dancing and singing and winding and all.” It speaks of the joy of being with others, holding hands together, and laughing. The song explicitly includes an instruction to dance, and it is exuberantly emphasized in the repeated lines of β€œThen we’ll dance, dance, dance, daaaance.”


The Paragons also add a layer of depth to this summer tune by incorporating phrases that hint at alcohol consumption, such as β€œOne more box of hops / Says the man to the bartender / One more box of hops / Says the man, I won't surrender.” The use of the phrase β€œbox of hops” was a common way of referring to beer in Jamaica at the time, where the band was from.


Overall, β€œOn the Beach” is a carefree and lively tropical tune that captures the essence of a beach party. The Paragons’ upbeat melody and singable tune make this song a classic summer anthem and a favorite of many reggae fans worldwide.


Line by Line Meaning

Let's go and have some fun
Let us engage in a good time


On the beach
At the seashore


Where there's a party
A gathering with lively entertainment


Everyone will be there
All individuals are going to attend


On the beach
At the seashore


Where there's a party
A gathering with lively entertainment


We're gonna have a ball
We will partake in a great time


Dancing and singing and winding and all
We will engage in joyful activities


Holding hands together and laughing and all
We will express amusement while holding hands


Then we'll dance, dance, dance, daaaance…
We will dance with enthusiasm


One more box of hops
Provide another case of beer


Says the man to the bartender
Expressed to the server employed at the bar


One more box of hops
Provide another case of beer


Says the man, I won't surrender
Without defeat, I remain determined to have another drink




Writer(s): Euwart Asman Beckford, Duke Reid

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Lorenzo Firinu

Let's go and have some fun
On the beach
Where there's a party
Everyone will be there
On the beach
Where there's a party

We're gonna have a ball
Dancing and singing and winding and all

Holding hands together and laughing and all
Then we'll dance, dance, dance, daaaance...

One more box of hops
Says the man to the bartender
One more box of hops
Says the man, I won't surrender



All comments from YouTube:

David McFarlane

As I get older I have such a great appreciation for the music of my parents generation... classic πŸ‘ŒπŸΎπŸ‡―πŸ‡²

LionHeart Muzik

True true..Timeless Music!

Martin Tudge

This is my generation lol

viniciusdubwise

Love it!

ziggystardust48

One of the Greatest Rock Steady Songs via the Great Mighty - The Paragons.

Richard Fletcher

My Familiarity with The Paragons started via Television. 'On the Beach' is their first recording I became familiar with. For me, vocal group #1.

userseleven

Beautiful music. Food for my soul

Michael de Gier

Superb tune!

#DMJ - Reggae

Superb tune βœ”

Lorenzo Firinu

Let's go and have some fun
On the beach
Where there's a party
Everyone will be there
On the beach
Where there's a party

We're gonna have a ball
Dancing and singing and winding and all

Holding hands together and laughing and all
Then we'll dance, dance, dance, daaaance...

One more box of hops
Says the man to the bartender
One more box of hops
Says the man, I won't surrender

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