Celebrate
Three Dog Night Feat. London Symphony Orchestra Lyrics
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Waitin' for night to fall
A girl and a dream, sittin' on a pillow
This is the night to go to the celebrity ball
Satin and lace, isn't it a pity
Didn't find time to call
Ready or not, gonna make it to the city
Dress up tonight, why be lonely?
You'll stay at home and you'll be alone
So why be lonely?
Sittin' alone, sittin' on a pillow
Waitin' to climb the walls
Maybe tonight, depending how your dream goes
She'll open her eyes when he goes to the celebrity ball
Celebrate, celebrate, dance to the music
Celebrate, celebrate, dance to the music
Celebrate, celebrate, dance to the music
The song "Celebrate" by Three Dog Night is about a girl who is sitting alone, waiting for night to fall so she can attend the celebrity ball. The lyrics describe her frustration that she didn't find time to call anyone to join her at the ball. She is dressed in satin and lace and is ready to go to the city. The song portrays the excitement and glamour of the celebrity ball.
The lyrics encourage people to dress up and go out to enjoy music, dance and celebrate life. The repetition of the refrain "Celebrate, celebrate, dance to the music" emphasizes the idea of having fun and enjoying oneself. The song is a reminder to take a break from one's hectic life and enjoy the moment.
The lyrics also hint at the possibility of a romantic encounter at the celebrity ball. The girl is waiting to see how her dream goes, hoping that her crush will notice her and they will dance the night away. The song captures the excitement and anticipation of attending a glamorous event and the possibility of finding love.
Line by Line Meaning
Slippin' away, sittin' on a pillow
Time is slipping by, sitting idly without purpose
Waitin' for night to fall
Anticipating the arrival of the night
A girl and a dream, sittin' on a pillow
A girl with a potential future, still sitting idly
This is the night to go to the celebrity ball
It's finally time to live out your dreams and go to the ball
Satin and lace, isn't it a pity
Despite the luxury of satin and lace, it's a shame no one called
Didn't find time to call
They failed to make the effort to contact her
Ready or not, gonna make it to the city
Whether prepared or not, it's time to make the trip to the city
This is the night to go to the celebrity ball
It's finally time to live out your dreams and go to the ball
Dress up tonight, why be lonely?
Dress in your finest attire and join the celebration, rather than succumbing to loneliness
You'll stay at home and you'll be alone
If you don't go out, you will remain alone at home
So why be lonely?
There's no reason to be lonely when there's a celebration happening
Sittin' alone, sittin' on a pillow
Still sitting idly, alone with one's thoughts
Waitin' to climb the walls
Anxious and restless, waiting for something to happen
Maybe tonight, depending how your dream goes
Tonight could be the night where your hopes and dreams are realized
She'll open her eyes when he goes to the celebrity ball
The girl will finally see that her dreams are within reach when he attends the ball
Celebrate, celebrate, dance to the music
Let's enjoy and celebrate the moment by dancing to the music
Celebrate, celebrate, dance to the music
Let's enjoy and celebrate the moment by dancing to the music
Celebrate, celebrate, dance to the music
Let's enjoy and celebrate the moment by dancing to the music
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHNNY BRITT, NOAM KANIEL, OTIS WILLIAMS
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@bobskurzewskiskurzewski1599
The Late Cory Wells of Three Dog Night is a local Buffalo, NY kid that made good!
@ibrokemyfingerbowlin
I'm the clarinet player on this one. Good times!
@dougedwards9772
at 3:01 you are SHREDDING IT
@indrajitdhar06
You’re amazing
@TheResearchDepartment
You really did your thing, my man. Salute.
@bubbagump6934
Nice Solo!
@danielwarpaint1963
I'm behind you with the Kazoo.
@marieluisegiesel7641
One of this old lady’s groups, brings back lots of memories! Thanks!
@squdineycarolsims4825
I saw them in concert last night! I sung along to Joy to the world!
@angelikaspaete8377
Nach der langen Zeit immer noch so große Klasse. Respekt.
Wunderschön 💖💖💖