Dancing in the Street
The Mamas & the Papas
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Callin' out around the world Are you ready for a brand new beat? Summer's here and the time is right For dancin' in the streets They're dancin' in Chicago Down in New Orleans Up in New York City All we need is music (sweet music) Sweet music (sweet music) There'll be music everywhere (everywhere) There'll be swingin' and swayin' and records playin' And dancin' in the streets Oh, it doesn't matter what you wear Just as long as you are there So come on, every guy (come on) grab a girl Everywhere around the world There'll be dancing They're dancing in the street This is an invitation Across the nation A chance for the folks to meet There'll be laughin', singin', and music swingin' And dancin' in the streets Philadelphia, P.A. (Philadelphia, P.A.) Baltimore and DC now (Baltimore and DC now) Yeah, don't forget the Motor City (Can't forget the Motor City) All we need is music (sweet music) Sweet music (sweet music) There'll be music everywhere (everywhere) There'll be swingin' and swayin' and records playin' And dancin' in the street, yeah Oh, it doesn't matter what you wear Just as long as you are there So come on, every guy (come on, come on) grasp a girl Everywhere around the world There'll be dancin' Be dancin' in the streets Philadelphia, P.A. (Philadelphia, P.A.) Baltimore and DC now (Baltimore and DC now) Can't forget that Motor City (Can't forget the Motor City) Way down in L.A., California (Way down in L.A., California) Not to mention Halifax, Nova Scotia (Not to mention, indeed) And [?] they do that [?] you know (Yes, I know) Manchester? (And, oh, Amherst, Amherst) Alexandria? (Virginia, Virginia) Falls Church (Where's that?) Ooh, Boyle Heights! (Boyle Heights, never heard of it)
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Written by: Marvin Gaye, William Stevenson, Ivy Hunter
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6 facts about this song
Collaboration"Dancing in the Street" was originally released by Martha and the Vandellas in 1964, but has since been covered by numerous artists. The version by the Grateful Dead, Marvin Gaye, and The Mamas & the Papas are some of the most popular covers.
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Genre-crossingThe song "Dancing in the Street" crosses genres, with the Grateful Dead's cover featuring a psychedelic rock sound, Marvin Gaye's version showcasing a soulful vibe, and The Mamas & the Papas interpreting it with their signature folk rock style.
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Political undertones"Dancing in the Street" became an anthem for social change during the Civil Rights Movement, as the lyrics were interpreted as a call for unity and celebration of freedom.
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Iconic performancesThe Grateful Dead performed "Dancing in the Street" at their famous concert at Woodstock in 1969, while Marvin Gaye's rendition became a standout performance at the Motown 25th Anniversary special in 1983.
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Billboard successThe original version by Martha and the Vandellas reached #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1964, while the cover by The Mamas & the Papas peaked at #73 in 1966. Marvin Gaye's cover was not officially released as a single, but his live performance of the song garnered critical acclaim.
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Enduring popularity"Dancing in the Street" continues to be a popular song in pop culture, frequently used in movies, TV shows, and commercials for its energetic and infectious melody.
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