Lyrics
Doo do doo do doo do do
Introduction with nonsensical syllables, setting a playful and rhythmic tone.
Da da dah dah dah da da da dah da dah
Continuation of nonsensical syllables, contributing to the upbeat and jazzy atmosphere.
Now if I told you I wanted to dance would you like it?
Asking if the listener would enjoy dancing, expressing a desire for a positive response.
If you took my hand it'd put you in a trance if you'd like it
Suggesting that holding hands during the dance could have a mesmerizing effect if the listener is receptive.
And if I flew a jet into outer space which I might
Playfully contemplating flying a jet into space, asking if the listener would join in the adventure.
Would you ride it? (Would you ride it?)
Prompting the listener to consider riding the metaphorical jet and expressing curiosity about their willingness.
Would you like it? (Would you like it a lot?)
Asking if the listener would enjoy the experience a lot.
Stop
Command to stop, introducing a change in the narrative or tone.
I had some plans fall through today
Revealing a setback in plans and events not going as expected on that day.
Wait
Command to wait, possibly expressing a moment of pause or contemplation.
I thought I'd see my friends at 8
Expressing anticipation of meeting friends at 8, creating a sense of expectation.
101st wheelin' on this train
Referring to the 101st wheel on a train, suggesting movement and the possibility of meeting new people.
Could make some new friends and put 'em in my brain
Reflecting on the potential of making new friends and absorbing their influence or experiences.
There's no rule to this game baby
Asserting that there are no strict rules in life, embracing spontaneity and freedom.
So where you at?
Asking about the listener's whereabouts, seeking connection or companionship.
And if there were rules I would have to break 'em
Speculating that rules would be broken if they existed, emphasizing a rebellious or nonconformist attitude.
Indigo pools to quittin' on my dayshift
Mentioning indigo pools and quitting on the day shift, possibly alluding to a desire for a different, more creative lifestyle.
I 'been standin' here from the go
Stating a prolonged presence, possibly emphasizing commitment or endurance in a situation.
Take your breath away
Expressing the ability to captivate or impress, using the metaphor of taking someone's breath away.
I'll have you ridin' along
Claiming the capability to lead or guide someone, specifically in the context of a dance.
And this a dance song so if I
Reiterating the nature of the song as a dance song and inviting the listener to consider dancing.
Told you I wanted to dance would you like it?
Repeating the earlier question about the listener's willingness to dance.
If you took my hand it'd put you in a trance if you'd like it
Repeating the suggestion that holding hands during the dance could be enchanting.
And if I flew a jet into outer space which I might (Yeah I might)
Revisiting the playful idea of flying a jet into space and asking if the listener would participate.
Would you ride it? (Would you ride it?)
Repeating the question about riding the metaphorical jet and gauging the listener's interest.
Would you like it? (Would you like it a lot?)
Reiterating the inquiry about the listener enjoying the experience a lot.
Now if I told you I wanted to dance would you like it?
Returning to the initial question about the listener's interest in dancing.
If you took my hand it'd put you in a trance if you'd like it
Restating the potential mesmerizing effect of holding hands during the dance.
And if I flew a jet into outer space which I might
Revisiting the playful idea of flying a jet into space, maintaining a consistent theme throughout the song.
Now if I told you I wanted to dance would you like it?
Repeating the question about the listener's willingness to dance, reinforcing the central theme.
If you took my hand it'd put you in a trance if you'd like it
Reiterating the suggestion that holding hands during the dance could have a captivating effect.
And if I flew a jet into outer space which I might (Yeah I might)
Revisiting the playful idea of flying a jet into space, maintaining continuity in the lyrical narrative.
Would you ride it? (Would you ride it?)
Repeating the question about riding the metaphorical jet and gauging the listener's interest once again.
Would you like it? (Would you like it a lot?)
Reiterating the inquiry about the listener enjoying the experience a lot, bringing closure to the song.
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