Shake Your Pants
Cameo
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Ooh, ooh, ah, ah Ooh, ooh, yeah Ooh, ooh, ah, ah Ooh, ooh, yeah I always like to strut my thang Shakin' my pants to the rhythm , swing, I'm hot, ow Do you wanna dance Uh, you know that I'm the one who satisfies you You know that I just can't be without you I wouldn't even get down, we always turn the place out So shake your pants, and we can feel that thing, ho Feel with me, touch with me Let them see, yes siree Ah, ah Ooh, ooh, yeah I'd like it tonight Cause that's when my body feels just right Don't stop me, no, no Just watch me and I'll show you how Be a freak, feel the groove And we can move all night [Cause that's when my body feels just right] Work your body with my body And we'll sex away till the time is right, yeah [Just watch me and I'll show you how] Go with the flow and I'll let you know Just how to move [Cause that's when my body feels just right] Shake your pants, shake your pants And let the vibes come through [Just watch me and I'll show you how] Shake your pants I like the way we dance Shake your pants Shake, shake, shake, shake, shake Ooh, ooh, ah, ah Ooh, ooh, yeah Ooh, ooh, ah, ah Ooh, ooh, yeah Sasson, Jordache, even Gloria Vanderbilt When I shake my pants you know I'm dressed to kill I came here to dance and I don't no around So take your chances out here if you will Feel with me, touch with me Let them see, yeah, yeah (Ooh) Ah, ah Ooh, ooh, yeah I'd like it tonight 'Cause that's when my body feels just right Don't stop me, no, no Just watch me and I'll show you how Be a freak, feel the groove And we can move all night ['Cause that's when my body feels just right] Work your body with my body And we'll sex away till the time is right, yeah [Just watch me and I'll show you how] Go with the flow and I'll let you know Just how to move ['Cause that's when my body feels just right] Shake your pants, shake your pants And let the vibes come through [Just watch me and I'll show you how] Feel it Oh, feel it Can't you feel the groove Make your body move Uh, you know that I (I) I (I) Uh, you know that I (I) I (I, oh...oh...oh...I...I...hey, well) Shake your pants I like the way we dance Shake your pants For action and romance Shake your pants Shake, shake, shake, shake, shake Ooh, ooh, ah, ah Ooh, ooh, yeah Ooh, ooh, ah, ah Ooh, ooh, yeah Ooh, ooh, ah, ah Ooh, ooh, yeah Ooh, ooh, ah, ah
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Written by: LARRY BLACKMON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Album"Shake Your Pants" is a track off Cameo's 1980 album 'Cameosis.' This was their fourth studio album.
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Musical StyleCameo is known for their fusion of soul, funk, and R&B. "Shake Your Pants" is an excellent example of this musical blend. The song incorporates high-energy beats and catchy lyrics typical of funk and R&B genres.
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Band IntroductionCameo was initially introduced in 1974 as the New York City Players; they are a funk, soul, and R&B group best known for their hits during the 1980s. "Shake Your Pants" became one of their significant tracks.
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MembersAt the time "Shake Your Pants" was released, the group consisted of Larry Blackmon as the lead vocalist and drummer, Gregory Johnson on the keyboards, and Nathan Leftenant as their trumpeter.
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Successful Track"Shake Your Pants" garnered considerable success during its release and has been featured in several media platforms over the years.
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Distinctive SoundsOne of the notable features of "Shake Your Pants" is the use of synthesizers and hand claps which was considered unique and innovative during the time of its release.
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Noteworthy Lyrics"Shake Your Pants" is known for its catchy and dance-invoking lyrics which exemplify the group's fun and energetic style that often tended to blend humor with relatable life situations.
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InfluenceThe song has been sampled in various other audio tracks more than 20 years after its initial release. It was included in the soundtrack of the 2002 video game 'Grand Theft Auto: Vice City'.
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Live Performances"Shake Your Pants" continues to be a favorite during Cameo's live performances, often leading to dance sessions by concert attendees.
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Music VideoDespite being released during a time when music videos weren't as common or extravagant as they would become in the 80s and 90s, a fun and energetic music video accompanies "Shake Your Pants," which features the band performing and various people dancing.
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Cameo's Signature StyleKnown for their outrageous outfits and shenanigans, their eccentricity was reflected in "Shake Your Pants" across both music and visuals.
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Awards and AccoladesWhile "Shake Your Pants" may not have won any awards, it's considered a significant song in Cameo's discography and the funk music genre as a whole.
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LegacyThe song's long-lasting popularity underscores Cameo's enduring influence in the music world, and it's considered a classic example of the funk and R&B genres.
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