Burnitup!

Janet Jackson

About Burnitup!

"Burnitup!" (stylized as "BURNITUP!") is a song by American singer Janet Jackson featuring rapper Missy Elliott recorded for Jackson's eleventh studio album, Unbreakable (2015). It was written and produced by Jackson, Dem Jointz, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and Elliott. The song marked the fourth time Jackson and Elliott collaborated. "Burnitup!" was released as a promotional single from the album on September 25, 2015, while a digital promo single containing the album's version and a radio edit was released on October 5, 2015 by Rhythm Nation Records and BMG Rights Management. The dance song contains electronic beats, processed vocal samples, crisp house drums, glossy keys and thick synth-bass in its instrumentation. Lyrically, the song finds Jackson promising to "dance like no one's watching" and "show you how to burn it up", while Elliott hypes the crowd. The song received positively from music critics, who praised the song for being a club-ready track and very energetic. "Burnitup!" charted within the top 20 on the US R&B Songs chart. It was performed on Jackson's 2015–16 Unbreakable World Tour and on her 2017-2019 State of the World Tour. 


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2015
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Fire in the house
Burn that son of a

Whooo, I'ma shut this down
Kitty kat, meow, meow, meow, meow, meow
Hit it with the he, to the he to the how
Miss Jackson, oh she wear the crown
Brand new sound, got a brand new style
Coming with the banger like Boom Boom Pow
Wow, ooh, ooh, ooh, child
Janet Jackson come soon to your town

I am never gon', gonna go nowhere
Quick to brag nigga, know I been right here
Lately I've been on, on a mission yeah
That I may never get another move, yeah

So tell me what you wanna do? Louder
But don't do nothin' stupid
What is happening in front of you
All it is is love in the booth
Let's go

When the DJ play this we gon' dance like no one's watching
Hey Mr DJ, bump the track and won't you turn it up?
I'ma dance all night and I don't care who's out there watching us
Just give me that fire and
I'm gonna show you how to burn it up

Hurt your body, burn it up more
Burn it up and burn it up more
Hurt your body, burn it up more
That's how I burn it up

Ain't no sittin' down, gotta keep it up
Me and Missy got the whole room jumpin' up (that's right)
Instant motion from the second it drop
We get ahead with the beat is so hot, hot

So tell me what you wanna do? Louder
But don't do nothin' stupid
What is happening in front of you
All it is is love in the booth
Here we go
When the DJ play this we gon' dance like no one's watching
Hey Mr DJ bump the track and won't you turn it up
I'ma dance all night and I don't care who's out there watching us
Just give me that fire, I'ma show you how to burn it up

When the DJ play this we gon' dance like no one's watching
Hey Mr DJ bump the track and won't you turn it up
I'ma dance all night and I don't care who's out there watching us
Just give me that fire, I'ma show you how to burn it up

Hurt your body, burn it up more
Burn it up and burn it up more
Hurt your body, burn it up more
Burn it up and burn it up more

Now this your jam, now do your dance
This that jam, now do your dance
This that jam, now do your dance
This that jam, now do your dance
Make it work, make it work, make it work (work)
Make it work, make it work, make it work (drop)
Make it work, make it work, make it work (come on, girls)
Make it work, make it work, make it work (sing this song with me)

Tonight, we gon' go all together
Let me see your hands up high
(Hurt your body, burn it up more)
Wanna come with me and take a ride
(Hurt your body, burn it up more)
Baby this is how I do it
Ah, we feeling good
Ah, we in this place
Ah, now bring that beat back, Mr DJ

When the DJ play this we gon' dance like no one's watching
Hey Mr DJ bump the track and won't you turn it up
I'ma dance all night and I don't care who's out there watching us
Just give me that fire, I'ma show you how to burn it up

Hurt your body, burn it up more
Burn it up and burn it up more
Hurt your body, burn it up more
That's how I burn it up
That's how I burn it up
That's how I burn it up
That's how I burn it up
That's how I burn it up
That's how I burn it up
That's how I burn it up

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Janet Jackson

Janet Damita Jo Jackson (born May 16, 1966) is an American recording artist and actress. Known for a series of sonically innovative, socially conscious and sexually provocative records, as well as elaborate stage shows, television and film roles, she has been a prominent figure in popular culture since the early 1970s. The youngest child of the Jackson family, she began her career appearing on the variety television series The Jacksons in 1976 and went on to appear in other television shows throughout the 1970s and early 1980s, including Good Times and Fame. more »

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Written by: Dwayne Allen Abernathy, James Samuel III Harris, Janet Jackson, Melissa A. Elliott, Terry Steven Lewis

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, JANET JACKSON DBA BLACK ICE

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15 facts about this song

Song Creator
"Burnitup!" was released by renowned American singer, songwriter, and actress, Janet Jackson.
Release Date
This song was released officially on September 24, 2015.
Album
"Burnitup!" is from Janet Jackson's eleventh studio album, "Unbreakable".
Collaboration
The song is a collaboration with British electronic music duo Disclosure.
Genre
"Burnitup!" is a dance-pop song that also includes elements of house music.
Inclusion of Rap
The song features radiant and energetic rap verses from popular rapper Missy Elliot.
Song Reception
Although "Burnitup!" did not make a significant impact on the charts, it was widely appreciated by critics.
Union of Old and New Styles
The song combines Janet's classic rhythm and pop style with Disclosure's modern electronic touch.
Tour
Prior to its official release, Janet Jackson performed the song as part of her "Unbreakable World Tour".
Radio Debut
"Burnitup!" made its official radio debut on BBC Radio 1.
Lyric Theme
The song's lyrics revolve around celebrating and living the moment to the fullest on the dance floor.
Energy Level
"Burnitup!" is often referred to as a high-energy dance track that showcases Janet Jackson's ability to create invigorating, danceable music.
Missy Elliott's Contribution
Critics have noted that Missy Elliot's contribution to the song adds a dynamic layer to the overall production.
Lyrical Style
The lyrics of the song intertwine Janet Jackson's vocal playfulness with Missy Elliot's bold rap style.
Song Duration
The official track of "Burnitup!" runs for a total of four minutes and nine seconds.

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