Doin' the New Low Down
Swing into the Rhythm of the New Low Down
Lyrics
It isn't alcohol no yaller gal at all
Rejecting the influence of alcohol and expressing disinterest in a particular type of woman.
thrills me fills me with the pep I've got
Emphasizing that excitement and energy come from within, not external factors.
I've got a pair of feet
Acknowledging the possession of a pair of feet.
That found a low down beat
Describing the rhythmic movement of the feet following a low-down beat.
Low down, down around a spot that's hot!
Referring to a lively and energetic location or atmosphere.
I've got no peace
Expressing a lack of peace and a sense of instability.
I'm losin' my lease on livin'
Suggesting the imminent loss of a lease on life or vitality.
Here's the how?
Prompting the listener to pay attention to the explanation that follows.
I'm tellin' you now to give in!
Advising to surrender or give in to a particular feeling or experience.
Oh, make 'em play that crazy thing again
Requesting the repetition of a lively and unconventional musical performance.
I've gotta do that lazy swing again.
Expressing the need to engage in a relaxed and easygoing dance style.
Heigh, ho, doin' the new low down.
Announcing the participation in a new, unconventional dance called the "new low down."
I got my feet to misbehavin' now,
Describing a change in behavior, with the feet misbehaving in a carefree manner.
I got a soul that's not for savin' now.
Indicating a soul that is not seeking salvation or redemption.
Heigh, ho, doin' the new low down.
Repeating the announcement of engaging in the new low down dance.
That dancin' demon has my feet in a trance,
Attributing the captivating dance to a figurative "dancing demon."
'cause while I'm dreamin'
Explaining that the dancing occurs during a dream-like state.
I go into that dance
Describing the involuntary engagement in the dance while dreaming.
And once you hear the haunting strain to it,
Highlighting the captivating and haunting quality of the music.
I'd like to bet you'll go insane to it.
Challenging the listener to resist going insane or being captivated by the music.
Heigh, ho, doin' the new low down.
Reiterating the participation in the new low down dance with enthusiasm.
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