I Can Make You Dance
Zapp Lyrics

I can make you dance
The songwriter is confident in their ability to create music that will make listeners want to dance.

I know the world's in a real bad way
The songwriter acknowledges the current state of the world, but believes their music can offer a temporary escape from problems.

But I can make you better, let me show you what it takes baby
The songwriter believes their music can improve the listener's mood and energy, and offers to demonstrate how it's done.

Now I got a thang that's sure to make ya wanna moooove
The songwriter has confidence in their style of music, believing it will make people want to dance.

It's controlled by roger and it's right here in this tube
The songwriter is referring to a specific instrument or sound device that produces a distinctive sound in their music.

Now I can set you free from your trouble double time, baby
The songwriter believes their music can temporarily alleviate stress or worry, and that it happens quickly.

Just lend me your ears and let your feet keep time, baby
The songwriter asks for the listener's attention and emphasizes the importance of letting the rhythm of the music guide their movements.

And here's what you'll find about this music of mine, baby
The songwriter will explain the defining characteristics or benefits of their music.

Oh yeah-ah-ah It'll make you dance
The songwriter reiterates the fact that their music will inspire listeners to dance.

Make you dance Make you dance Make you dance Make you dance Make you dance
The songwriter repeats the central message of the song, emphasizing that their music is all about dance and movement.

Yeah, mama, make you dance
The songwriter gives a shout-out to female listeners, suggesting that women will be especially drawn to their music.

Now they can raise the price of the food and the drink
The songwriter comments on the state of the economy, suggesting that people may not have as much money to spend on entertainment or leisure activities.

But what I offer you won't cost a doggone thing
The songwriter is promoting the accessibility of their music, emphasizing that it comes at no additional cost.

You can dance in the morning when you eat your cornflakes
The songwriter encourages listeners to incorporate dance into their daily routines, even when eating breakfast.

'Cause god gave me rhythm and that's really all it takes
The songwriter believes that musical talent is a gift from a higher power, and implies that their music is divinely inspired.

Forget about your nine to five
The songwriter suggests that listeners should set aside their work-related stress and focus on enjoying the music and dancing.

Yay-yay-yay-yay-uh
A celebratory utterance from the songwriter, expressing their happiness and confidence in their ability to create dance music.

Yes I do
The songwriter reaffirms their ability to create music that will make people want to dance.

Gonna make you dance, dance, dance, dance
The songwriter emphasizes that their music is all about getting people to dance repeatedly.