Circus
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The ones that entertain, and the ones that observe
Well baby I'm a put-on-a-show kinda girl
Don't like the backseat, gotta be first
I'm like the ringleader
I call the shots (call the shots)
I'm like a firecracker
I make it hot
I feel the adrenaline moving through my veins
Spotlight on me and I'm ready to break
I'm like a performer, the dance floor is my stage
Better be ready, hope ya feel the same
All the eyes on me in the center of the ring
Just like a circus
When I crack that whip, everybody goin' trip
Just like a circus
Don't stand there watching me, follow me
Show me what you can do
Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor
Just like a circus
There's only two types of guys out there,
Ones that can hang with me, and ones that are scared
So baby I hope that you came prepared
I run a tight ship so, beware
I'm like the ringleader
I call the shots
I'm like a firecracker
I make it hot
When I put on a show
I feel the adrenaline moving through my veins
Spotlight on me and I'm ready to break
I'm like a performer, the dance floor is my stage
Better be ready, hope that ya feel the same
All the eyes on me in the center of the ring
Just like a circus
When I crack that whip, everybody goin' trip
Just like a circus
Don't stand there watching me, follow me
Show me what you can do
Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor
Just like a circus
Let's go
Let me see what you can do
I'm runnin' this (like, like, like, like a circus)
Yeah
Like a what? (like, like, like, like a circus)
All the eyes on me in the center of the ring
Just like a circus
When I crack that whip, everybody goin' trip
Just like a circus
Don't stand there watching me, follow me
Show me what you can do
Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor
Just like a circus
All the eyes on me in the center of the ring
Just like a circus
When I crack that whip, everybody goin' trip
Just like a circus
Don't stand there watching me, follow me
Show me what you can do
Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor
Just like a circus
In "Circus," Britney Spears sings about being the center of attention and commanding the stage like a ringleader. She declares that there are only two types of people in the world: those who entertain and those who observe. Britney firmly identifies as the former and asserts that she is a "put-on-a-show kinda girl." She calls herself a firecracker and a ringleader, indicating that she's the one calling the shots and directing the action. Whether on the dance floor or in a romantic relationship, Britney demands the same level of control and dedication from her partner. The song's repeated comparison of her performance to a circus also emphasizes the spectacle of celebrity and the way in which Britney's life has been publicly displayed and dissected.
Line by Line Meaning
There's only two types of people in the world
The world can be divided into two groups: entertainers and observers.
The ones that entertain, and the ones that observe
One group performs, the other watches.
Well baby I'm a put-on-a-show kinda girl
I love to perform and entertain.
Don't like the backseat, gotta be first
I don't want to be a part of the audience, I want to be in the spotlight.
I'm like the ringleader
I'm the one in charge, like the leader of a circus.
I call the shots (call the shots)
I'm the one making decisions and controlling the show.
I'm like a firecracker
I have a lot of energy and I bring excitement to the performance.
I make it hot
I create a charged and lively atmosphere.
When I put on a show
When I perform, I bring energy and entertainment.
I feel the adrenaline moving through my veins
I'm pumped up with excitement and energy.
Spotlight on me and I'm ready to break
I'm in the spotlight and I'm ready to give it my all.
I'm like a performer, the dance floor is my stage
Like a true performer, I feel at home on the dance floor.
Better be ready, hope ya feel the same
If you want to join in, you better be ready to bring it and match my energy.
All the eyes on me in the center of the ring
Everyone is watching me, the center of attention.
Just like a circus
This performance is like a circus, with lots of energy and excitement.
When I crack that whip, everybody goin' trip
When I take control, everyone falls in line and follows my lead.
Don't stand there watching me, follow me
Don't just watch, join in and follow my lead.
Show me what you can do
I want to see everyone's talent and energy on display.
Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor
Let's all let go and have a great time, turning the dance floor into a lively circus.
There's only two types of guys out there,
Men can also be divided into two groups: those who can keep up with me and those who can't.
Ones that can hang with me, and ones that are scared
Some can keep up with my energy, while others are intimidated.
So baby I hope that you came prepared
I hope you came ready to give it your all.
I run a tight ship so, beware
I'm in control, so watch out.
Let me see what you can do
I want to see everyone's talents and energy on display.
I'm runnin' this (like, like, like, like a circus)
I'm the one in charge, like the ringleader of a circus.
All the eyes on me in the center of the ring
Everyone's attention is on me.
Just like a circus
This performance is like a circus, with lots of energy and excitement.
When I crack that whip, everybody goin' trip
When I take control, everyone falls in line and follows my lead.
Show me what you can do
I want to see everyone's talents on display.
Everybody let go, we can make a dance floor
Let's have fun and turn the dance floor into a lively circus.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Lukasz Gottwald, Claude Kelly, Benjamin Levin
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