Doin' the Do
Betty Boo
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It's me again yes, how did you guess 'Cause last time you were really impressed And I'm bolder c-c-cold, getting colder And at the very same time I heat up at a party And sold her but not with solar power For far too long made mistakes and allowed A fat and ugly thing get in my way Now I'm suitable and I'm say I'm no in-between top of the rank Like Pearl and Dean and if you can't take the heat Get out of the kitchen Ain't got no time for your boo boo Betty Betty Boo Betty Boo just doin' the do And you are through And there's nothing you can do Betty Boo Betty Boo just doin' the do And you are through And there's nothing you can do Hoodlum That what you you called me rebellious You can't ignore me but nevermind 'cause I know that I'm sweeter Your time is up so put more money in your meter You say I bully though I know I'm no goody goody But what I do know is that I'm fully in control You're on a roll fat as a roly poly And on the whole you think that I'm a threat 'Cause I'm the best that you could ever get I never made the teacher's pet and ease yourself I know you despise me you criticize And override me but I'm better and a whole lot cleverer A go getter, you know a trend setter I'm all the rage and all the craze Come on, change the record gotta turn the page Betty Boo Betty Boo just doin' the do And you are through And there's nothing you can do Betty Boo Betty Boo just doin' the do And you are through And there's nothing you can do I'm sorry if I upset ya to get the better of me I wouldn't let ya any time of the day I could get ya you come running to me Yes, I bet ya ain't going out like a sucka There's no need to huff and puffa 'Cause, baby, I am tougher Than you think so you just gotta suffer Betty Boo Betty Boo just doin' the do And you are through And there's nothing you can do Betty Boo Betty Boo just doin' the do And you are through And there's nothing you can do You might play bold but Betty Boo is bolder Cold getting dumb cold getting colder Spend half the time looking over your shoulder There ain't another MC who could be the queen You have never been considered as anyone hype So tonight I'm gonna take time out To wipe that smile off your face you're a side effect Like an aftertaste so, face the facts I do the job well And, hell, why not I got a lot, so tell me What you're saying I'm not playing Somebody's gotta go and I'm staying Jack, get back, exact you got me right Get up, get with it or get out of my sight Because I'm hot and sizzly put you in the mood Someone like you puts me off my food Betty Boo Betty Boo just doin' the do And you are through And there's nothing you can do Betty Boo Betty Boo just doin' the do And you are through And there's nothing you can do Betty Boo Betty Boo just doin' the do And you are through And there's nothing you can do
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Written by: ALISON CLARKSON, BEN YARDLEY, KENNY YOUNG
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CARLIN AMERICA INC, Spirit Music Group
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10 facts about this song
Career Milestone"Doin' the Do" is a song by British singer-songwriter and pop-rap artist Betty Boo. It is one of her most notable hits, reaching high positions in music charts.
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Release InformationThe song was released in 1990 as the second single from her debut album, titled "Boomania."
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Chart Success"Doin' the Do" was a success in the music charts. It reached number seven on the UK Singles Chart and number one on the U.S. Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.
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SignificanceBetty Boo's "Doin' the Do" is a significant single of the early 90s. Its catchiness and Betty Boo's charismatic persona combined to make it a memorable part of the pop music culture of the time.
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Noteworthy LyricsThe lyrics of "Doin' the Do" are known for their playful and cheeky nature, characteristic of Betty Boo's pop-rap style.
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Music VideoThe song's music video reinforced Betty Boo's cartoon-like image with its vibrant colors and animated sequences.
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Musical StyleThe song intertwines elements of pop, rap, and dance music, creating a catchy and energetic sound that was characteristic of Betty Boo's style.
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SongwriterBetty Boo, whose real name is Alison Moira Clarkson, not only sang "Doin' the Do" but also co-wrote the song.
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Collaboration"Doin' the Do" was co-written and produced by British musician and producer King John, who contributed to several tracks on the "Boomania" album.
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RelevanceEven though it's been decades since its release, "Doin' the Do" continues to be loved by fans of 90s music and is frequently included on playlists featuring hits from the era.
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