Girl Pow-R’s “Let’s Go Dancing’s” refreshing new sound is nostalgic to those familiar with the 80s. Its beat, rhythm and fantastic lyrics resemble current hits in line with the present music revival of the 80s. “Let’s Go Dancing” follows a feel-good vibe that wants its listeners to get up, sway their hips and go dancing to the versatility of the 80s!
The 80s beat pays homage to the groove era, where artists such as Michael Jackson, Earth, Wind & Fire, and Queen, amongst many others, were dropping timeless hits one after the other, changing the music industry forever. “Let’s Go Dancing” showcases Girl Pow-R’s understanding of the music industry with its stunning revival 80s vibe.
The 80s were what one calls a critical juncture – an evident break or change in one’s history. In the 80s, there was a theme of togetherness and solidarity against eminent social, political and economic problems around the globe. In light of past bleak happenings and current concerns, the 80s music became a source of joy, storytelling and inspiration.
Artists then went from singing about troops in Vietnam to songs about clubs and dancing to later shifting to finding and losing love – the music represented different people and what they stood for. In the context of “Let’s Go Dancing”, Girl Pow-R proves their presence in the music industry through their use of the revival of the 80s beat and their carefully crafted stories and situations they sing about in their songs.
Looking specifically at “Let’s Go Dancing,” the song depicts the more joyful, ‘boogie-down’ side of 80s music. The upbeat tempo and its playful lyrics are inviting and emphasize dancing and enjoying a good time with a dance partner! The fun, light-hearted rhythm makes it hard not to dance your troubles away, which is characteristic of 80s music and the added nostalgia through the revival of the 80s music makes it even harder.
And we know what some of you may be thinking, “But I can’t dance – I have two left feet!” It doesn’t matter – you don’t have to dance like a trained dancer, dancing is all about shaking your troubles away and replacing them with fun memories of friends.
“Let’s Go Dancing” is a prime example of the revival of the 80s beat, in line with how much effort Girl Pow-R puts into their lyrics to produce a unique storyline.
For example, some of the best lines from “Let’s Go Dancing” are, “Yeah, I’ve made up my mind,” and “With you dancing beats the blues.” These lyrics summarise the point that sometimes, all we need to do is to get up and move and laugh a little to get our blood pumping and boost our happiness levels.
There is research on how laughter is the best medicine or how laughter increases our dopamine levels and quickens our recovery when we are ill. HelpGuide is a great resource on the matter, giving a myriad of reasons why one should laugh more, while Mayo Clinic offers the science behind it.
Girl Pow-R’s versatile and nostalgic use of the 80s beat proves characteristic to the meaning and history of 80s music. By taking a unique approach to what the 80s means to them, “Let’s Go Dancing” reminds listeners to get up and groove their troubles away.
Even if one cannot dance or would prefer not to, “Let’s Go Dancing” urges us to find that special person or people to hang out with so we are not alone and feel better together.
If you want to find people to dance with (or learn how to dance), sign up for the Girl Pow-R training program to find your people! Girl Pow-R looks to empower a future generation of girls through learning self-confidence and other skills through the power of music. Even if you do not identify as a girl, there are other means of getting involved. Contact info(at)girlpow-r.com for sign-up information or visit the website Girl Pow-R.
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