Dancehall Queen
Robyn
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I take the bus to town Sitting in the back and talk to no one I got the high heels on I go out dancing all by my own People are pushing by Somebody always tries to cut in line Soon as I get inside I lose myself in the blinding lights Now what? Your jaw has dropped Until the music stop, you know I still run this thing like a dancehall queen I really don't want no hassle Now what? Your jaw has dropped Until the music stop, you know I still run this thing like a dancehall queen I really don't want no hassle I got them hypnotized I get another shout out on the mike Keep me at all you like I came to dance not to socialize Rhythm goes boom boom boom Same thing drops with the People all gather around Rocking to the beat the queen will be crowned Now what? Your jaw has dropped Until the music stop, you know I still run this thing like a dancehall queen I really don't want no hassle Now what? Your jaw has dropped Until the music stop, you know I still run this thing like a dancehall queen I really don't want no hassle I go down like she wow She wow wow wow One my hips will slow like she wow She wow wow wow She wow wow wow I go down like she wow She wow wow wow One my hips will slow like she wow She wow wow wow She wow wow wow Now what? Your jaw has dropped Until the music stop, you know I still run this thing like a dancehall queen I really don't want no hassle Now what? Your jaw has dropped Until the music stop, you know I still run this thing like a dancehall queen I really don't want no hassle Now what? Your jaw has dropped Until the music stop, you know I still run this thing like a dancehall queen I really don't want no hassle
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Written by: Thomas Wesley Pentz, Klas Frans Ahlund
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"Dancehall Queen" is a song by Swedish singer-songwriter Robyn, released on her fifth studio album, "Body Talk Pt. 1" in 2010.
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Musical StyleThe song is characterized as a blend of electro-pop and dancehall, a popular music genre in Jamaica that derives from reggae and is characterized by a deejay singing and toasting, or rapping, over raw and danceable music riddims.
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Unique ProductionIt is jointly produced by Klas Åhlund and Diplo, who is renowned for working with artists such as M.I.A, Major Lazer and Madonna.
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Song InspirationThe song's fun and liberating feel is inspired by Robyn's deep appreciation for dancehall music and culture.
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Metafictional SongAccording to an interview Robyn gave to Pitchfork media, she sees 'Dancehall Queen' as more of a metafictional entity - imagining herself as the dancehall queen, rather than claiming the title.
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CollaborationThe song features Jamaican audio engineer duo, the Demolition Crew.
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Animation VideoThe official video for "Dancehall Queen" was directed by RedFox and features stylized, rotoscope-esque animation that gives it a unique and visually engaging feel.
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Song ReceptionCritics praised "Dancehall Queen" for its distinctive sound, with NME listing it as one of the best tracks on the 'Body Talk' album.
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Live PerformancesThe song has become a staple in her live performances and has also been played in numerous clubs around the world.
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Language DiversityA unique aspect of the song is that parts of it are sung in Swedish, while most of it remains in English, showcasing Robyn's ability to integrate her cultural heritage into her music.
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