Dancing Queen
Yayhoos The Lyrics


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You can dance
You can jive
Having the time of your life
See that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen

Friday night and the lights are low
Looking out for a place to go
Where they play the right music
Getting in the swing
You come to look for a king
Anybody could be that guy
Night is young and the music's high
With a bit of rock music
Everything is fine
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance

You are the dancing queen
Young and sweet
Only seventeen
Dancing queen
Feel the beat from the tambourine
You can dance
You can jive
Having the time of your life
See that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen

You're a teaser, you turn 'em on
Leave 'em burning and then you're gone
Looking out for another
Anyone will do
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance

You are the dancing queen
Young and sweet
Only seventeen
Dancing queen
Feel the beat from the tambourine
You can dance
You can jive
Having the time of your life
See that girl




Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen

Overall Meaning

The song "Dancing Queen" by Yayhoos The is an upbeat tune that encourages listeners to dance and feel alive. The lyrics describe a young girl who is having the time of her life dancing to the music. The opening line "You can dance, you can jive" sets the tone for the rest of the song, telling the listener that they are capable of letting loose and enjoying themselves on the dance floor.


The lyrics also describe a party atmosphere, with Friday night lights and the search for the perfect dance spot. The main character is looking for a king, but anyone will do as long as they can dance the night away. The tambourine beat serves as the backbone of the song, driving the rhythm forward and creating a sense of urgency and excitement.


What makes this song special is its timeless quality. It was released in 1976 but still resonates with listeners today. Its catchy melody and relatable lyrics make it a classic that is still played at weddings, parties, and events all around the world. It encourages people to let loose, forget their worries, and enjoy the moment.


Line by Line Meaning

You can dance
You have the ability to move your body rhythmically


You can jive
You can perform a particular style of dancing that originated in African-American communities in the Southeastern United States


Having the time of your life
You are experiencing an enjoyable moment which could potentially be considered a highlight in your life


See that girl
The song's narrator has observed a particular girl in the surrounding vicinity


Watch that scene
The artist is observing the environment where the girl is dancing


Dig in the dancing queen
The singer is appreciating the girl's dancing ability


Friday night and the lights are low
The setting is a Friday night with relatively low lighting


Looking out for a place to go
The artist is searching for a location to visit


Where they play the right music
The artist is seeking a place that plays music which is to their liking


Getting in the swing
The artist is beginning to actively participate in the atmosphere of the dance floor


You come to look for a king
The singer is searching for a romantic partner who could be considered elite or special


Anybody could be that guy
The artist is reflecting on the potential for any male present to be considered an attractive partner


Night is young and the music's high
The evening has just begun, and the volume of the music is relatively loud


With a bit of rock music
The music playing is a type of rock or rock-inspired genre


Everything is fine
The singer is enjoying the present moment


You're in the mood for a dance
The artist feels emotionally, mentally, and perhaps physically prepared to participate in dancing


And when you get the chance
The artist is anticipating the opportunity to begin dancing


You are the dancing queen
The girl the singer observed earlier is skilled at dancing, hence is referred to as a 'dancing queen'


Young and sweet
The girl is still relatively young and is attractive in a particular manner


Only seventeen
The girl is seventeen years of age


Feel the beat from the tambourine
The rhythm of the tambourine is being felt, and potentially danced to


You're a teaser, you turn 'em on
The artist believes the girl has exceptional charm and ability to attract other individuals


Leave 'em burning and then you're gone
The girl has the ability to leave an impact on those she interacts with but is short-lived in her interactions


Looking out for another
The artist is still searching for people to interact with


Anyone will do
The singer is potentially lowering their standards in regards to seeking a romantic partner




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus, Stig Anderson

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Comments from YouTube:

@KramarkEclipse

Takes big-time stones to cover this song. Awesome!

@footstompinleroyscott6892

Fabulous !!! Dan nails it. So do the guys. Way to go....

@darrenstansbury4433

Good cover by a group of guys not afraid to show love for Abba.

@dirkbag22

I love ABBA, but as far as covers go, few songs have ever been covered this well in a rock guitar version. Great song.

@OthO67

This one filled the dance floor.

@dirkbag22

What a great recording. Shows what a great song Dancing Queen is. I have nothing against Abba at all, and I would think the members of the band would really like this - It's a rock anthem here. Majestic even!

@BruceUlanet

This kicks ass! 

@moe17moe

Rocking dancing queen , sweet!

@stevensaxonis1675

always liked this song...this is how the song should be played !!! YEAH !!!

@bennyrichardson1319

wish I'd heard this version before pre-ABBA

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