Shimmy Shimmy Ko Ko Bop
Dance of Tropical Bliss
Lyrics
Oh Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh ah
The repetition of "Oh" and "ah" sets a rhythmic and lively tone, expressing excitement or anticipation.
Oh Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh ah
-Shimmy Shimmy Ko-Ko-Bop
Introduction of the dance, "Shimmy Shimmy Ko-Ko-Bop," creating a catchy and playful atmosphere.
Shimmy Shimmy Bop
-Shimmy Shimmy Ko-Ko-Bop
Reiteration of the dance, emphasizing its significance in the lyrics.
Shimmy Shimmy Bop
-Sittin' in a native hut
Describes the setting of the narrator in a native hut, feeling lonely and contemplative.
All alone and blue
-Sittin' in a native hut
-Wonderin' what to do
The narrator is uncertain about what to do in the current situation.
Along came a native girl
A native girl appears, performing a dance that captivates and entrances the narrator, creating a paradise-like experience.
Did a native dance
-It was like in paradise
-Put me in a trance
-Going
Transition to the chorus, signaling the excitement and joy of the dance.
Shimmy Shimmy Ko-Ko-Bop
Repetition of the chorus, reinforcing the energetic and rhythmic nature of the dance.
Shimmy Shimmy Bop
-Shimmy Shimmy Ko-Ko-Bop
-Shimmy Shimmy Bop
-Joined her in her dancin' spree
The narrator joins the native girl in the dance, feeling exhilarated and expressing relief at being single.
Felt my spine a-tingle
-Held her tight and close to me
-Man I'm glad I'm single
-Then she showed me what to do
The native girl teaches the narrator the dance steps, and the narrator becomes amazed and enchanted.
First I was amazed
-Soon I learned a step or two
-Put me in a daze
-Going
Return to the chorus, highlighting the ongoing excitement and enjoyment of the dance.
Shimmy Shimmy Ko-Ko-Bop
Repetition of the chorus, intensifying the celebration of the dance.
Shimmy Shimmy Bop
-Shimmy Shimmy Ko-Ko-Bop
-Shimmy Shimmy Bop
-Shimmy Shimmy Ko-Ko-Bop
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-You can do the ko-ko-bop
Encouragement to continue the Ko-Ko-Bop dance, emphasizing the joy and momentum of the moment.
Now's no time to stop
-Left foot forward right one back
Instructions for the dance steps, specifying foot movements and syncopation to enhance the performance.
Bring them side by side
-Uh syncopate your last two steps
-Now you're going to glide
Encouragement to glide along with the rhythm track, maintaining the dance's flow and energy.
Keep along the rhythm track
-Girls please show 'em how
Girls are encouraged to demonstrate the dance, and the narrator expresses the achievement of mastering the Ko-Ko-Bop.
Now you start to arch your back
-Man you got it now
-Going
Final repetition of the chorus, concluding the song with the continued celebration of the Shimmy Shimmy Ko-Ko-Bop dance.
Shimmy Shimmy Ko-Ko-Bop
-Shimmy Shimmy Bop
-Shimmy Shimmy Ko-Ko-Bop
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