Shake It Up Tonight
Cheryl Lynn
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I can't wait until the sun goes down I'm getting ready See the moonlight on the town I'm getting ready I'm gonna put on my stepping shoes 'Cause I'm getting ready Walk the streets and spread the news I'm getting ready I'm gonna call you on the telephone Gonna tell somebody there's a party going on [Chorus:] Shake it up tonight Show you how to party right Shake it up tonight Show you how to party right Gonna be a lot of people there Don't you want to be ready There'll be coming from everywhere I'm getting ready Don't you know I want to be with you tonight Come on baby, 'cause we're gonna do it right I'm getting ready Just put the pillow rhythm in your heart Just put your hands together When the music starts Shake it up tonight Show you how to party right Shake it up tonight Move your body left and right Shake it up tonight Show you how to party right Shake it up tonight Dance the night away Shaking my body up and down tonight Said the time is right Oh, I'm gonna shake my body tonight And move my hips from left to right I'm gonna shake my body tonight I want to shake it down now I'm gonna put on my steppin shoes 'Cause I, I want to be ready Walk the streets and spread the news There's a party Call my friends on the telephone Let's all get together and we'll get off Now let's party Shake it up tonight Show you how to do it right Shake it up tonight Show you how to party right I want to show you how to party right I want to show you how to get down tonight I want to show you how to have some fun I want to show you how it can be done Shake it, shake it up tonight Show you how to party right Shake it up tonight Show you how to party right Shake it, shake it up tonight Show you how to party right
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Written by: FREDRICK MCGREGOR, JEPTHER MCCLYMONT
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Shake It Up Tonight" was released in 1981. It is a part of Cheryl Lynn's third studio album named "In Love."
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Album Performance"In Love," the album that "Shake It Up Tonight" features on, peaked at number 27 on the Billboard Pop Albums chart, and number 9 on the Billboard R&B Albums chart.
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Chart PerformanceThe song itself did amazingly well too. It reached number 5 on the R&B chart, and was also a top 40 Pop hit.
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GenreThe song falls under the genres of R&B, and Pop. It has a groovy dance tune attributed to it.
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SongwriterThe song was written by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. This duo is well-known for writing several hits for numerous artists, so it's interesting to note their involvement in this track.
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Song ThemeJust like its name, "Shake It Up Tonight" is a fun, upbeat track meant to get listeners on their feet and dancing.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Shake It Up Tonight" is considered as a true reflection of the exciting times of the early 80s – fun, energetic, and full of life.
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Career ImpactThis track was on the leading edge of Cheryl Lynn's transition from disco to a more mature R&B sound.
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Cover Versions"Shake It Up Tonight" has been covered by several artists, showcasing its popularity among musicians.
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Live PerformancesLynn often includes this song in her live performances, highlighting its stand-out status within her discography.
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