About the song
Before Kylie Minogue became the global pop icon we know today, there was a spark – a song that ignited her career and sent dance floors into a frenzy. We’re talking about “Locomotion,” a track destined for greatness that took a unique journey before reaching the top of the charts.
This story starts not with a polished pop princess, but in the heart of Australia. The year is 1987, and a young Minogue belts out “Locomotion” in its original “big band” style. It resonates with audiences, becoming a smash hit in her home country. But fate had bigger plans.
Enter the world of Stock Aitken & Waterman, the hit-making machine behind some of the biggest names in music. Impressed by Minogue’s potential, they signed her and decided to re-record “Locomotion” with a high-energy twist. This new version, pulsating with synthesizers and infectious rhythms, became “The Loco-Motion.”
This reimagining was a game-changer. “The Loco-Motion” exploded internationally, propelling Minogue to stardom. It reached the top five in the US, UK, and Canada, leaving a lasting mark on pop history.
But the story doesn’t end there. The original “Locomotion” held its own charm. It showcased a different side of Minogue, with a rawer and more subtle sound. This version, while not as widely known, offers a captivating glimpse into the early days of a pop legend.
So, tonight, as we prepare to experience “Locomotion” – whether it’s the electrifying remake or the captivating original – let’s remember the journey it took to get here. This song is more than catchy beats; it’s the story of a rising star, a global phenomenon, and the power of reinvention. Get ready to move and groove, because “Locomotion” is about to take us on a ride!
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Lyrics
Everybody’s doin’ a brand new dance now
(Come on baby, do the locomotion)
I know you’ll get to like it if you give it a chance now
(Come on baby, do the locomotion)
My little baby sister can do it with ease
It’s easier than learning your A B C’s
So come on, come on, do the locomotion with me
You gotta swing your hips now
Come on baby, jump up, jump back
Well, I think you got the knack, oh-oh
Now that you can do it, let’s make a chain now
(Come on baby, do the locomotion)
Chug-a chug-a motion like a railway train now
(Come on baby, do the locomotion)
Do it nice and easy, now don’t lose control
A little bit of rhythm and a lot of soul
Come on, come on, do the locomotion with me
You gotta swing your hips now
Come on, come on, do the locomotion with me
Yeah-ay
Move around the floor in a locomotion
(Come on baby, do the locomotion)
Yeah, do it holding hands if you got the notion
(Come on baby, do the locomotion)
There’s never been a dance that’s so easy to do
It even makes you happy when you’re feeling blue
So come on, come on, do the locomotion with me
You gotta swing your hips now
Come on, come on, do the locomotion with me
Yeah-ay
Come on, come on, do the locomotion with me
You gotta swing your hips now
Come on, come on, do the locomotion with me
Yeah-ay
Come on, come on, do the locomotion with me
You gotta swing your hips now
Come on, come on, do the locomotion with me
Yeah-ay
Come on, come on, do the locomotion with me
You gotta swing your hips now
Come on, come on, do the locomotion with me