Don't Stop the Dance
Bryan Ferry
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Hum drum days And a hum drum ways Hey kids, let me tell you how I met your mom We were dancin' and romancin' at the Senior Prom It was no infatuation But a gradual graduation From a boy to a man Let me tell you while I can The soda pop came free Hey Sis, one kiss, and I was heaven bound Now who would have guessed Milton's paradise lost could be found But in the eyes of the Dean, his daughter Was doin' what she shouldn'a oughta But a man's gotta do What a man's gotta do The consequence should be Church bells, three swells The Dean, his daughter and me They were dating in the park They were smooching in the dark Of a doorway for two She whispered "I love you - Ooh, you know I never felt this way before Ooh, you know the elevator in my heart Has gone awol, awol, awol, awol" And then I kissed her And when I kissed her It's a wonderful world When you're rolling in kisses Now, the paint is peeling (Hum drum days and hum drum ways) Now, and when the chips are down (Hum drum days and hum drum ways) Now, you kinda lose all feeling (Hum drum days and hum drum ways) Now, your head goes round and round (Hum drum days and hum drum ways) Round and round and round and round and round I'm throwing myself off this train Hum drum days And a hum drum ways Hum drum days, he's got Hum drum ways, oh boy Hey, you know I'm really earning now My ship came in with a cargo of dollars My name's lit up on the prow It's a wonderful world When you're rolling in dollars Now!
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Written by: Rhett Davies, Bryan Ferry
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Release Date"Don't Stop The Dance" was released in 1985, as a part of Bryan Ferry's sixth solo album, "Boys and Girls."
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached No.21 in the UK Singles Chart.
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CollaborationThe song features contributions from numerous renowned artists, including David Gilmour from Pink Floyd, Johnny Marr from The Smiths, and Nile Rodgers from Chic.
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GenreThe song belongs to the pop genre, exhibiting characteristics of sophisti-pop and new wave.
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Music VideosA slow, sensual, and seductive music video was produced for the song, featuring various female dancers.
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Live PerformancesBryan Ferry performed this song during his concerts and live shows, often using it as the closing number.
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Cover VersionsSeveral cover versions of this song have been produced, with artists putting their own spin on the track. Notably, French DJ and producer Todd Terje produced an electronic dance version of the song.
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Album SuccessThe album "Boys and Girls", which includes this track, was Ferry's first solo album to hit No.1 in the UK, making it a milestone in his career. In the U.S., the album reached No.63 on the Billboard 200.
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Song's StyleThe song showcases Ferry's signature smooth and soulful vocal style, enhanced by a moody, atmospheric musical backdrop.
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Critical Reception"Don't Stop The Dance" has been appreciated by critics for its alluring rhythm and Ferry's charismatic vocal delivery.
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Use in Popular CultureOver the years, "Don't Stop The Dance" has been used in various TV shows and advertising campaigns due to its intriguing ambiance.
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