Beat Goes On

Kanye West, Madonna

About Beat Goes On

"Beat Goes On" is a song recorded by American singer-songwriter Madonna for her eleventh studio album, Hard Candy (2008). The song features American rapper Kanye West and background vocals by Pharrell Williams. It was co-written by West in collaboration with its producers, Madonna and The Neptunes. The song was leaked in August 2007, featuring only Williams and different lyrics than the album's version, which was released a year later, having additional vocals by West. "Beat Goes On" is a disco song with hip-hop influences, featuring instrumentation from bells, handclaps and whistles. Lyrically, "Beat Goes On" encourages people to say whatever they like and do whatever they feel. The song received generally favorable reviews from music critics, who commended the disco environment, while also praising Williams' production. However, some felt that the leaked version was better than the final version featuring West. "Beat Goes On" was certified platinum in Brazil for selling over 100,000 digital downloads. It also charted inside the top-twenty in Finland and on the Canadian Hot 100 chart. The song was performed live during the Sticky & Sweet Tour, featuring Madonna and her dancers on a 1935 Auburn Speedster, while Williams and West appeared in the video being displayed on backdrops. 


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Don't sit there like some silly girl
If you wait too long it'll be too late
I'm not telling you something new
There ain't no time to lose
It's time for you to celebrate

So get down, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat (Get up, little girl)
Get down, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat (It's time, your world)
Get down, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat (Your life, your choice)
Get down, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat (It's time, live it up)

On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes

You don't have the luxury of time
You have got to say what's on your mind
Your head lost in the stars
You'll never go far
It's time for you to read the signs

So get down, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat (Here comes, my hand)
Get down, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat (Take it, you can)
Get down, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat (The time, is now)
Get down, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat (I'll show, you how)

On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes
On and on, on the beat goes

Say what you like
Do what you feel
You know exactly who you are
The time is right now
You got to decide
Stand in the back or be the star

Get down, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat (Here comes, my hand)
Get down, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat (Take it, you can)
Get down, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat (The time, is now)
Get down, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat (I'll show, you how)

I can't keep waiting for you
Anticipating that you've
No time to lose
I can't keep waiting for you

Here's a impromptu I want you
I'm going to tell you what I want to do to you
Your girlfriend she wants to
Beautiful
Just flew in from Paris
Voulez vouz?
And the city that don't snooze
Smooze amongst the whose who's
And I use my celeb to get this one home
Why everything that feel so good gotta be so wrong?
Gimme room now
I'm like a vampire on the full moon now
And I don't know about you now
But I think I wanna try something new now
See what it do now
And when you sat down
Uh, cause you was losing your breath now
Uh, cause you be doing it to death now
She be doing E to F now
What's left now?
Mr. West now
Can you get any more fresh now?
I think I just did, just now
Talking my shit, that's how
I'm a professional, I admit that
Flashing lights show I live that
Fame is a drug, wanna hit that?
'Cause I know exactly where to get that
Did you get that?

Get down, beep beep, gotta get up off a your seat
Get down, beep beep, gotta get up off a your seat now

On and on
The beat goes
On and on

'Cause they know exactly where to get that
Did you get that?

Let's go, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat
Get down, beep beep, gotta get up outta your seat

On and on
The beat goes
On and on
The beat goes
On and on
On and on
On and on

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Madonna

Madonna (born Madonna Louise Ciccone /tʃɪˈkoʊneɪ/ chi-KOH-nay; August 16, 1958) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, director, dancer and entrepreneur. She has sold more than 300 million records worldwide and is recognized as the best-selling female recording artist of all time by Guinness World Records. Considered to be one of the "25 Most Powerful Women of the Past Century" by Time for being an influential figure in contemporary music, she is known for continuously reinventing both her music and image, and for retaining a standard of autonomy within the recording industry. Critics have praised her diverse musical productions which have also been known to induce controversy. more »

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Written by: Madonna Ciccone, Kanye West, Pharrell Williams

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12 facts about this song

Album
"Beat Goes On" is a track from Madonna's 11th studio album, "Hard Candy". The album was released in April 2008.
Collaborations
Besides Madonna, the song features popular American rapper Kanye West and Pharrell Williams of the Neptunes, who also produced the song.
Composition
The song is a blend of funky and futuristic beats, often described as a nod to cross-genre elements, combining pop, hip-hop and electronic music.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Beat Goes On" encourage listeners to keep moving forward no matter what happens, with the beat symbolizing the flow of life.
Demo Version
Initially, a demo version of the song leaked online in 2007. However, the final version that featured in the album had different lyrics and included vocal contributions from Kanye West.
Acclaim
Rolling Stone magazine ranked the song among the top 100 songs of 2008, lauding its 'discotronic' sound.
Song Length
The song is approximately 4 minutes and 26 seconds long.
Live Performances
Madonna performed "Beat Goes On" on her infamous "Sticky & Sweet Tour" from 2008 to 2009. The performed version was jazzier, and the background visuals provided a commentary on societal ills.
Release
Although it wasn't formally released as a single, it managed to garner significant appreciation from fans and critics alike.
Controversy
The track sparked some controversies due to its mention of expensive brand names like Dior and Mercedes Benz, leading people to interpret it as a materialistic song. However, Madonna clarified that it's about how music helps in moving forward in life.
Sticky & Sweet Tour Album
"Beat Goes On" also got featured in "Sticky & Sweet Tour Album" which was released in March 2010.
Music Video
Although there isn't an official music video for the song, several unofficial, fan-made videos can be found online.

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