Land Of 1,000 Dances
Tom Jones · Other Songs - Tom Jones
One, two, three!
You gotta know how to pony like Bony Maronie
Mashed Potato, do the Alligator
Put your hands on your hips, let your back-bone slip
Do the Watusi, like my little Lucy
Na, na na na na, na na na na, na na na, na na na, na na na na.
Need somebody to help me say it one time
Na, na na na na, na na na na, na na na, na na na, na na na na.
You know I feel alright.
Feel pretty good y'all.
Na, na na na na, na na na na, na na na, na na na, na na na na.
Need somebody to help me say it one time
Na, na na na na, na na na na, na na na, na na na, na na na na.
Dance with me honey, like Long Tall Sally
Twistin' with Lucy, doin the Watusi
Gotta hold of your back, I like it like that
Do the Jerk, watch me work
Ah, do it!
About Land Of 1,000 Dances
Tom Jones' "Land Of 1,000 Dances" stands as a vibrant testament to his mastery of the boogie-woogie and rockabilly styles that defined his mid-career resurgence. Recorded during a period where Jones revitalized his image with a sharper, more energetic delivery, the track showcases his signature high-pitched falsetto soaring over a driving, rhythmic guitar line. This recording exemplifies his ability to blend traditional American roots music with a contemporary pop sensibility, creating a sound that was both nostalgic and forward-looking. The song's upbeat tempo and infectious energy made it a staple on dance floors across Europe and America, reinforcing Jones' status as a premier performer who could command an audience with sheer vocal power and charismatic stage presence. It remains a defining example of his work from this era, capturing the spirit of a music scene that valued raw talent and rhythmic precision.