About the song
“I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)” is a timeless classic that has been etched in the hearts of music lovers for decades. Released in 1987, this iconic song by the legendary Whitney Houston has become an anthem for anyone who has ever felt the urge to let loose and surrender to the rhythm. With its infectious beat, soaring vocals, and uplifting lyrics, “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” has become a staple of 80s pop culture and a testament to the enduring power of music to bring people together.
Written and produced by George Merrill and Shannon Rubicam, the song was initially intended for the British band Swing Out Sister, but it was ultimately offered to Whitney Houston, who brought her own unique brand of soul and energy to the track. The result was a song that not only showcased her incredible vocal range but also captured the essence of her personality – a fusion of sass, vulnerability, and unbridled joy.
The song’s lyrics, which speak to the desire to find someone who loves and accepts you for who you are, resonated deeply with listeners around the world. The song’s chorus, with its repetitive refrain of “I wanna dance with somebody, who loves me,” became a rallying cry for anyone who had ever felt like they didn’t quite fit in or were searching for that special someone to share their life with.
“I Wanna Dance with Somebody” was a massive commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and staying there for two weeks. It also won a Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance and has been certified 3x Platinum by the RIAA. The song’s impact extended beyond the music charts, however, as it helped to cement Whitney Houston’s status as a global superstar and paved the way for a new generation of pop divas.
Today, “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” remains a beloved classic, with its message of love, acceptance, and self-expression continuing to inspire and uplift listeners of all ages. Whether you’re a nostalgic 80s fan or a new generation of music lover, this song is a must-listen, a testament to the enduring power of music to bring people together and make us feel alive.
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Lyrics
Aah
Yeah
Woo
Hey yeah
Haa
Ooh yeah
Ah-ha
Yeah
I wanna dance
Clock strikes upon the hour
And the sun begins to fade
Still enough time to figure out
How to chase my blues away
I’ve done alright up ’till now
It’s the light of day that shows me how
And when the night falls, loneliness calls
Oh, I wanna dance with somebody
I wanna feel the heat with somebody
Yeah, I wanna dance with somebody
With somebody who loves me
Oh, I wanna dance with somebody
I wanna feel the heat with somebody
Yeah, I wanna dance with somebody
With somebody who loves me
I’ve been in love and lost my senses
Spinning through the town
Sooner or later, the fever ends
And I wind up feeling down
I need a man who’ll take the chance
On a love that burns hot enough to last
So when the night falls
My lonely heart calls
Oh, I wanna dance with somebody
I wanna feel the heat with somebody
Yeah, I wanna dance with somebody
With somebody who loves me
Oh, I wanna dance with somebody
I wanna feel the heat
Yeah, I wanna dance with somebody
With somebody who loves me
Somebody who, somebody who
Somebody who loves me yeah
Somebody who, somebody who
To hold me in his arms oh
I need a man who’ll take the chance
On a love that burns hot enough to last
So when the night falls
My lonely heart calls
Oh, I wanna dance with somebody
I wanna feel the heat with somebody
Yeah, I wanna dance with somebody
With somebody who loves me
Oh, I wanna dance with somebody
I wanna feel the heat with somebody
Yeah, I wanna dance with somebody
With somebody who loves me
Ooh ooh (dance)
Come on baby (dance)
Ooh, yeah (dance)
Now get with this
Whoah!
Don’tcha wanna dance with me baby?
Don’tcha wanna dance with me boy?
Hey don’tcha wanna dance with me baby?
With somebody who loves me?
Don’tcha wanna dance, say you wanna dance, don’tcha wanna dance
Don’tcha wanna dance, say you wanna dance, don’tcha wanna dance
Don’tcha wanna dance, say you wanna dance, ah-ha
With somebody who loves me
Dance, dance, dance (hey baby!)