Discover the poetic beauty in ‘Back and Forth’ by Aaliyah. This lyric breakdown takes you on a journey through the artist’s thoughts, emotions, and the story they aim to tell. From clever metaphors to evocative imagery, we delve into the nuances that make this song a lyrical masterpiece. Whether you’re a fan of Aaliyah or a lover of well-crafted words, our detailed analysis will give you a deeper understanding and appreciation of this song.
Intro:
Let me see you go back
(Who is the L-I-why-A-H?)
Let me see you come forth
(repeat 4X)
Verse 1:
It’s Friday and I’m ready to swing, (hey)
Pick up my girls and hit the party scene
Tonight, oh oh oh it’s alright
So get up and let this funky mellow groove
Get you in the mood
Cause you know it’s alright
Bridge:
So Mr.DJ keep the music groovin (keep on groovin)
Don’t stop movin’ (don’t stop movin)
Let me see you, let me see you go…
Chorus:
Back, back, forth and forth
Back, back, forth and forth
Back, back, forth and forth
Back, back, forth and forth
Verse 2:
Now’s the time for you to make your move,
To the dancefloor (Woah)
So throw your hands in the air (Yeah)
And wave ’em round like you just don’t care (yeah)
Who it’s the L-I-why-A-H?, rippin’ up the stage
I got jazz personality, G mentality, beats for soul train
Bridge:
So Mr.DJ keep the music groovin (keep on groovin)
Don’t stop movin’ (don’t stop movin)
Now let me see you back and forth, back and forth
Chorus:
Back, back, forth and forth
Back, back, forth and forth
Back, back, forth and forth
Back, back, forth and forth
Rap (R. Kelly):
Oh, here’s the formality, get up on the floor you see,
Show your personality, be who you want to be,
Tell me…
(Aaliyah)
So can you feel the groove movin’ into you (oooooooooohh)
Hey, I want to keep this party goin’ on all night
Bridge:
So Mr.DJ keep the music groovin (keep on groovin)
Don’t stop movin’ (don’t stop movin)
Now let me see you go back and forth, back and forth
(chorus x2)
Who it’s the L-I-why-A-H? till fade…