Let's Dance On

The Monkees · Original Album Series [2012]

Let's dance on

Whoa, baby, come on

Let's dance on till the dawn

Have fun till the music's all gone

We been dancin' nearly all night long

Let's keep it up, baby

'Cause the music's still strong

We're doin' The Pony

(Pony, Pony!)

Now you're doin' The Jerk

(Doin' The Jerk!)

Come on, baby

Lemme see how you work

Let's dance on

Whoa, baby, come on

Let's dance on till the dawn

Have fun till the music's all gone

The way you're movin'

Girl, you look so fine

Been doin' The Shotgun

Lemme see you do The Twine

Let's do the Watusi

(Wa-Watusi!)

And The Action, too

(Action, too!)

Now hang on, baby

(Hang on, baby)

I'll do The Sloopy with you

(Whoa, yeah!)

Let's dance on

Whoa, baby, come on

Let's dance on till the dawn

Have fun till the music's all gone

(Whoo!)

Let's dance on

Whoa, baby, come on

Let's dance on till the dawn

Have fun till the music's all gone

Uh-huh huh huh!

(Uh-huh huh huh!)

Uh-huh huh huh!

(Uh-huh huh huh!)

[Fade out]

Let's Dance On - The Monkees

Released as part of The Monkees' Original Album Series, 'Let's Dance On' captures the band's signature blend of pop-rock and theatrical storytelling. The track exemplifies the group's mid-1960s approach, featuring melodic hooks and narrative lyrics that often explored themes of romance and social observation. As a recording from this era, it reflects the polished production styles characteristic of the era's television-driven music, where the band's image and songwriting were central to their public identity. The song stands as a representative piece of their discography, showcasing their ability to craft catchy, radio-friendly material that defined their legacy in American pop culture.