Dancin' (On a Saturday Night)

Barry Blue

About Dancin' (On a Saturday Night)

"Dancin' (on a Saturday Night)" is a song written by Lynsey de Paul and Barry Blue, that was recorded by Blue and released as a single in 1973 on Bell Records. It reached the number 2 on the UK Singles Chart, (and number 1 on the Melody Maker top 30), number 2 on the Australian Kent Music chart, number 3 on the Austrian singles chart, number 4 on the Irish Singles Chart, number 9 on the German singles chart, and number 11 on the Dutch singles chart. The song ranked the 18th best selling single in Australia in 1973, and 23rd best selling single in the UK in 1973. Barry Blue's version of the song has also appeared on the soundtrack to the films Anita and Me, and American Swing. A remixed version of the original Barry Blue song was released in 1989, reaching number 86 on the UK Singles Chart. It also is featured in the film The Long Good Friday. 


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Hey
little girl get your dancing shoes.
Your gold sation jacket and the silvery blues.
And it'll be alright
dancing on a Saturday night.

On well the jukebox a' playin' like a one man band.
It's the only kind of music
girl we both understand.
We're gonna be alright
dancin' on a Saturday night.

We'll the roller coaster
gotta make the most and dance.
Dance
dance the night away.
Helter skelter maybe I can help her dance.
Dance
dance the night away.

Oo we co my blue jean baby
she's the queen of them all.
She's the only one who makes me wanna rock and roll.
Don't wanna say good night
dancing on a Saturday night.

Well the roller coaster...

Oo we...
I wanna hold her tight
dancing on a Saturday night.

I'm gonna hold her tight
dancing on a Sat. night
(Oo watch her dancing
watch her dancing)
I wanna hold her tight
dancing on a Sat. night
(watch her dancing
oh watch her dancing)

Blue jean Baby (watch her dancing)
Blue jean Baby (watch her dancing)
Dance dance dance (watch her dancing)
dance dance dance (watch her dancing)
Blue jean Baby (watch her dancing)

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Barry Blue

Barry Blue (born Barry Ian Green, 4 December 1950, London) is an English singer, producer and songwriter. He is best known for his hit songs, "Dancin' (on a Saturday Night)" and "Do You Wanna Dance" (both 1973). more »

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Written by: ANDREW MC CLUSKEY, PAUL DAVID HUMPHREYS

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Singer-Songwriter
Barry Blue is the singer and one of the songwriters for "Dancin' (On a Saturday Night)", showcasing his dual talent as both a performer and lyricist.
Chart-Topping Track
The song reached number two in the UK Singles Chart in August 1973. It shows the immense popularity the song attained immediately after its release.
Success Across Borders
Apart from the UK success, the song also charted at number 1 in the Australian Singles Chart, marking Barry Blue’s international fame.
Genre Blend
The song is considered a mix of different genres, primarily glam rock and pop, reflecting Barry Blue's versatility as an artist.
Covered Over the Years
"Dancin' (On a Saturday Night)" has been covered by several bands and artists around the world, showcasing its evergreen popularity.
Decades-Long Popularity
Despite being released in the 1970s, the song remains one of Barry Blue's most popular tracks, underlining its timeless appeal.
Collaborative Effort
Lyricist Lynsey de Paul co-wrote the song along with Barry Blue. The successful collaboration further highlights the importance of teamwork in creating a hit song.
Featured in Films
The song has also been featured in several movies and TV series, testifying to its enduring appeal across different forms of media.
Blue's Debut
"Dancin' (On a Saturday Night)" was the debut single of Barry Blue, establishing his career in the music industry right away.
Multiple Language Versions
The song has also been translated and performed in different languages, showcasing its wide embrace by fans globally.

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