Look Who's Dancin'
ziggy marley & melody makers Lyrics

Look who's dancing
Observing and expressing excitement over the fact that a diverse group of people are now participating in dancing.

Look who's dancing
Reiterating the observation and excitement from the previous line.

Look who's dancing now
Continuing to acknowledge and celebrate the people now dancing.

Look who's dancing
Again pointing out the people dancing to emphasize the joy of the moment.

Oh look who's dancing
Adding emphasis to highlight the new presence and participation of certain individuals.

Look who's dancing now
Recalling and renewing the excitement from earlier in the song about people dancing together.

Well, first the dance floor
Describing the history of the dance floor as being uninviting and unknown to many.

Was like a forbidden land
Comparing the dance floor to a restricted area to emphasize how unapproachable it once seemed.

Where people would never dare to go
Highlighting how daunting and inaccessible the dance floor was for people in the past.

But now everyone's doing it
Contrasting the previous lines by pointing out how the dance floor has become more inclusive and accessible over time.

I said it's a dance galore
Stating that the dance floor is now full of people and lively energy.

And some are dancing on their feet
Pointing out different styles of dancing to show the varied expression of the people dancing.

Some are jumping off the floor
Further highlighting different styles of dancing to emphasize the energetic and joyful atmosphere.

And look at old Granny "be"
Drawing attention to an elderly person and showing how even she can participate in the dancing.

She got the, she caught the, she knows the groove for sure
Confirming that the elderly person is skilled and experienced in dancing, and has a great sense of rhythm.

Right around
Emphasizing that people are dancing everywhere, all around.

Who is dancing
Questioning who specifically is participating in the dancing, to make sure everybody is welcome and included.

Get on the floor
Inviting and encouraging people to get up and dance, to share in the joyful energy.

Around the world
Expanding the viewpoint beyond just the current location to show how dancing is happening globally.

And look at old Tauter him
Introducing another elderly person, and illustrating how dancing can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

He got the, he got the, he got the, he got the beat for sure
Reinforcing the idea that the elderly person is an expert at dancing and rhythm.

Do the ska, the rock steady, the ridim and blues
Listing different types of music and dancing styles to celebrate the wide range of expression within dance.

And if you catch them, then you do the della move
Encouraging people to try different moves and enjoy the spontaneity of dancing.

It nuh mek nuh sense to sit down, when you know you can goove
Reminding people of how enjoyable dancing can be, and encouraging them to participate instead of just watching or being immobile.

Any type of danve you do, you neither win or lose
Encouraging people to find their own style of dancing, and not worry about doing it “right” or impressing anyone else.

And if your choice is reggae, you don't need nuh dancing shoes
Advocating for reggae music as a suitable genre for dancing, and saying that specific footwear or any special accommodations are not necessary to enjoy it.

Suh listen to the message, and you know you won't lose
Encouraging people to carefully listen to the lyrics and message of the song, and that if they internalize those positive messages they will benefit in some way.

Look who come, come dancing pow we dancing floor again
Reiterating the idea that people from all walks of life are welcome to come and dance together.

Some a dem a enemy, some a dem a friend
Acknowledging that some of the people dancing may be acquaintances, while others may be strangers.

Some a dem a mother and father, some a dem a children
Further emphasizing the wide range in age and familial status of participants in the dancing.

Some a dem a loafer who a follow the trend
Noting that there may be some people who are only participating because it is popular or fashionable to do so.

And some a dem a just dey ya as we good brethen
Reminding people that everyone is equal on the dance floor, and should be treated as brothers and sisters.

That's why we ruff, ruff, ruff, ruff and rugged
Celebrating the toughness and endurance of those who are able to dance for extended periods of time.

Ra ra ra ragga muffin
Adding a fun, playful rhythm to the song with this phrase.

So we ruff, ruff, ruff, ruff and rugged
Reiterating the idea that dancing takes a lot of physical energy and persistence to keep going.

That's why we flash certain dancing style, it sound well wicked
Explaining the specific style of dancing being done as one that is exciting and impressive to watch.

If a guy woulda really try, so you know him stupid
Indicating that anyone who is not trying to dance, or is being too self-conscious, is not taking advantage of the fun of dancing.

Exorcism, devilism we nuh deal wid
Rejecting the idea that dancing or music is associated with evil or demonic forces, and focusing instead on the positive, joyful energy created by dancing.

Our faith in jah jah man, it well, well, well solid
Confirming the faith and confidence in a higher power, and how it solidifies the enjoyment and positivity found in dancing.

So pray every day and ask for strength and knowledge
Encouraging people to rely on spiritual strength to be able to dance joyfully and consistently.