Dance for Me
Common, Mary J. Blige
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I come up in the dance with a slip of sensi Whether peanuts, epitome too, or envy A family affair, everything is carefree I ain't get up off the wall until I heard Mary If you're floatin' real high and you feelin' the vibe Won't you get on the floor and just dance for me If you're feeling the groove, it ain't knocking for you So just get on the floor and just dance for me And I know you been stressed, this whole week got you messed up Get on the floor and just dance for me Just be here ain't no joke, so stay here 'til we're closed And stay up on the floor and just dance for me Hey, I know it's been rough, but I'm tryna make it easy For everybody to dance for me So come one, come all, come everybody (come on, come on) Me and you, all of us 'bout to really party (really party) And you know that we're gonna put it down (put it down) After two more drinks, we'll be feelin' the sound If you're floatin' real high and you feelin' the vibe Won't you get on the floor and just dance for me (come dance with me) If you're feeling the groove, it ain't knocking for you So just get on the floor and just dance for me (dance with me) Get off the wall 'cause I know that you can feel me Stop the fronting and dance for me So come one, come all, come everyone (come on, come on) And me and you, all of us 'bout to really party (really party) And you know that we're gonna put it down After four more drinks we'll be fallin' down If you're floatin' real high and you feelin' the vibe (feel the vibe) Won't you get on the floor and just dance for me (dance with me, yeah, yeah) And I know you been stressed, this whole week got you messed up Get on the floor and just dance for me Leave all your troubles and your cares behind Don't you worry 'bout a thing, not tonight, no Don't drink too much because we have all night Don't you rush, because it's all night long If you're floatin' real high and you feelin' the vibe Won't you get on the floor and just dance for me (dance with me) If you're feeling the groove, it ain't knocking for you So just get on the floor and just dance for me (oh, dance for me) And I know you been stressed, this whole week got you messed up Get on the floor and just dance for me (dance with me) Just be here ain't no joke, so stay here 'til we're closed And stay up on the floor and just dance for me (yeah, yeah, yo) While ladies shake they thangs, brothers chains swang Dancing is a ritual we use to maintain Whether steppin' or Crip walkin', over music, shit talkin' Hard times get softened in spots we hit often Off in a loft, basement party, or a strip club Good times, good wine, gotta skeet to trick dubs It's up to you, I ain't gon' tell you where you has to be Like the ghost of Marvin, come on and dance for me If you're floatin' real high and you feelin' the vibe Won't you get on the floor and just dance for me If you're feeling the groove, it ain't knocking for you So just get on the floor and just dance for me And I know you been stressed, this whole week got you messed up (dance for me, dance for me) Get on the floor and just dance for me (dance for me, dance for me) Just be here ain't no joke, so stay here 'til we're closed (dance for me, come on, come on) And stay up on the floor and just dance for me If you're floatin' real high and you feelin' the vibe (come on, come on, come on, come on) Won't you get on the floor and just dance for me (come on, come on, come on, come on) If you're feeling the groove, it ain't knocking for you (come on, come on) So just get on the floor and just dance for me
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Written by: Mary J. Blige, Bruce Allen Miller, Gordon Matthew Sumner, Damon J. Blackman, Ahkim Andre Miller
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Artist Analysis"Dance for Me" is a song by American recording artist, Mary J. Blige. Recognized as the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Blige is known for her emotive, passionate vocal performances.
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Album DetailsThe song is featured on her fifth studio album, "No More Drama," released in 2001. This album marked a departure from Blige's previous works, incorporating various genres such as hip-hop, soul, and R&B.
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Peak Chart Positions"Dance for Me" peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart. It demonstrates Blige's broad appeal, as she could command attention on both the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop and Dance Club charts.
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Critical ReceptionCritics generally reacted positively to "Dance for Me," praising its energetic beat and Blige's powerful, soulful performance.
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Remix VersionA popular remix of the song, "Dance for Me" (Pluton & Humanoids Mix), was released in 2002. Enhanced with electronic elements, the remix provided an alternative, dance-floor ready version of the original song.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Dance for Me" features a sleek, futuristic motif. It showcases an interesting visual overhaul for Blige, displaying her versatility as an artist.
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CollaborationThe track features rapper Common, adding a hip-hop flair to the dance-influenced tune.
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Song InspirationThe song encourages listeners to embrace the rhythm and dance, featuring a spirited performance from Mary J. Blige herself. It carries an empowering message, typical of Blige's music.
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Live PerformancesMary J. Blige's strong stage presence added another dimension to "Dance for Me" during live performances. Radiating energy and charisma, her concerts consistently receive positive reviews from fans and critics alike.
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Commercial Success"No More Drama," the album featuring "Dance for Me," was certified Platinum. This achievement further cemented Blige's position as a significant figure in the music industry.
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Cultural Impact"Dance for Me," with its mixing of R&B, soul, and dance, was reflective of the evolving musical landscape in the early 2000s.
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