Shake It Up
Eternal Dance: Defying Norms and Embracing Freedom
Lyrics
Be what you want, but the more I shake it up
The speaker is advocating being true to oneself, but the more they disrupt or challenge the status quo,
They start to run... never pass the morning by
Others start to avoid or flee from the disruption, indicating resistance to change and preferring the familiar.
Stay forever young with our soul, rock, and doo-wop
Encouragement to maintain a youthful spirit by engaging in music genres that evoke nostalgia and energy.
We got the guts... may we dance forever
Expresses a desire for bravery and resilience, hoping to keep dancing and enjoying life indefinitely.
We've had enough, been living it too long
Feeling exhausted or fed up with a situation that has been ongoing for too long.
Can't get it right but deep within your soul
Despite persistent struggles or failures, there's an inherent understanding or intuition deep within.
You dance every night, even in the dark
Commitment to dancing or finding joy, even in challenging or obscure situations.
Don't dare say goodbye, maybe just "so long"
Instead of bidding a final farewell, suggesting a less definite parting, leaving room for potential reunion.
Be what you want, but the more I shake it up
Reiteration of the idea that disrupting norms or expectations causes others to retreat or avoid.
They start to run... never pass the morning by
Similar to line #2, emphasizing the reaction of others to the speaker's unconventional behavior.
Stay forever young with our soul, rock, and doo-wop
Encouragement to maintain a youthful spirit through music and cultural references.
We got the guts... may we dance forever
Reaffirmation of the desire to be bold, brave, and to continue dancing joyously.
If you see fit to go to heaven in the sky
Contemplation of the afterlife: whether ascending to heaven or facing challenges in life, fear shouldn't dominate.
Or face hell alone, don't fear when you're alive
Even in life's difficulties, there shouldn't be fear; face challenges bravely while alive.
All you vain pretty boys and girls who don't belong
Criticism aimed at superficial or conceited individuals who feel out of place or disconnected.
You ain't danced enough, we'll pray for something wrong
Implies that these individuals haven't truly embraced life's joys and suggests a need for something unconventional.
Be what you want, but the more I shake it up
Reiteration of the consequences of disrupting the norm: others react by avoiding or fleeing.
They start to run... never pass the morning by
Same as lines #2 and #12, emphasizing the reaction of others to unconventional behavior.
Stay forever young with our soul, rock, and doo-wop
Continued encouragement to maintain a youthful spirit through music and cultural references.
We got the guts... may we dance forever
Reiteration of the desire for bravery, resilience, and the wish to keep dancing joyously.
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