Neutron Dance

The Pointer Sisters

About Neutron Dance

"Neutron Dance" is a song written by Allee Willis and Danny Sembello which was introduced by the Pointer Sisters on their 1983 album Break Out. The song became a Top Ten hit in 1985, its success augmented by being prominently featured on the soundtrack of motion picture Beverly Hills Cop.


Year:
1984
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I don't want to take it anymore
I'll just stay here locked behind the door
Just no time to stop and get away
'Cause I work so hard to make it everyday

Whoo oooh
Whoo oooh

There's no money falling from the sky
'Cause a man took my heart and robbed me blind
Someone stole my brand new Chevrolet
And the rent is due, I got no place to stay

Whoo oooh
Whoo oooh

And it's hard to say
Just how some things never change
And it's hard to find
Any strength to draw the line
Oh I'm just burning doin' the neutron dance
I'm just burning doin' the neutron dance

Industry don't pay a price that's fair
All the common people breathing filthy air (Lord have mercy)
Roof caved in on all the simple dreams
And to get ahead your heart starts pumping schemes

And it's hard to say 
Just how some things never change (hey, hey)
And it's hard to find
Any strength to draw the line (whoa oh)
I'm just burning doin' the neutron dance
I'm just burning doin' the neutron dance

Whoo oooh
Whoo oooh

I'm on fire, yeah
I'm on fire, yeah

And it's hard to say
Just how some things never change
And it's hard to find
Any strength to draw the line
I'm just burning doin' the neutron dance
I'm just burning doin' the neutron dance

I know there's a pot of gold for me
All I got to do is just believe
I'm so happy doin' the neutron dance
And I'm just burning doin' the neutron dance
I'm so happy doin' the neutron dance
I'm just burning doin' the neutron dance

Whoo oooh
Whoo oooh
I'm so happy doin' the neutron dance
And I'm just burning doin' the neutron dance (yeah, yeah)
Whoo oooh
Whoo oooh
I'm so happy (it's in my hands)
I'm just burning (it's in my feet)
I'm so happy (it's all over me)
I'm just burning (I can't help myself)
I'm so happy (yeah, yeah)
I'm just burning (oh, yeah)
I'm so happy (oh, yeah)
I'm just burning (I'm just burning)
I'm so happy (oh, yeah)
I'm just burning (it's in my feet)
I'm so happy (it's in my hands)
I'm just burning (it's in my feet)
I'm so happy (it's all over me)

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The Pointer Sisters

The Pointer Sisters are an American R&B recording act from Oakland, California that achieved mainstream success during the 1970s and 1980s. Spanning over three decades, their repertoire has included such diverse genres as pop, disco, jazz, electronic music, bebop, blues, soul, funk, dance, country and rock. more »

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Written by: ALLEE WILLIS, DANNY SEMBELLO

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Song History
"Neutron Dance" was released in 1983 as a part of the album "Break Out" by the Pointer Sisters.
Chart Success
The song reached number six on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and was one of their most successful singles.
Songwriter
The song was written by Allee Willis and Danny Sembello, the latter being a Grammy-winning musician and songwriter.
Grammy Awards
"Neutron Dance" was nominated for the Grammy for Best Pop Performance by Duo or Group with Vocals in 1985.
Music Video Context
The music video for "Neutron Dance" features Beverly Hills Cop footage, due to the song's inclusion in the film's soundtrack.
Soundtrack Success
The song was used in the soundtrack for the 1984 action comedy film "Beverly Hills Cop", becoming synonymous with star Eddie Murphy's character.
Song Popularity
"Neutron Dance" has been covered by many artists, including an a cappella version by the Yale Whiffenpoofs.
Song Impact
Despite its high-energy dance pace, the song actually deals with themes of nuclear war, a prevalent issue during its release in the 1980s.
Social Influence
The song has had an enduring influence in popular culture, often used in movies, TV series, and advertisements due to its catchy rhythm and lively mood.
Album Success
"Break Out", the album that features "Neutron Dance", sold over three million copies, earning the band triple-platinum status.

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