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Permission to Dance Lyrics

by BTS

Lyricist: ARMY

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Permission to Dance Lyrics

It's the thought of being young When your heart's just like a drum Beating louder with no way to guard it When it all seems like it's wrong Just sing along to Elton John And to that feeling, we're just getting started When the nights get colder And the rhythms got you falling behind Just dream about that moment When you look yourself right in the eye, eye, eye Then you say I wanna dance The music's got me going Ain't nothing that can stop how we move, yeah Let's break our plans And live just like we're golden And roll in like we're dancing fools We don't need to worry 'Cause when we fall, we know how to land Don't need to talk the talk, just walk the walk tonight 'Cause we don't need permission to dance There's always something that's standing in the way But if you don't let it faze ya You'll know just how to break Just keep the right vibe, yeah 'Cause there's no looking back There ain't no one to prove We don't got this on lock (Yeah) The wait is over The time is now so let's do it right, mm (Yeah) Yeah we'll keep going And stay up until we see the sunrise (Yeah) And we'll say I wanna dance The music's got me going Ain't nothing that can stop how we move, yeah Let's break our plans And live just like we're golden And roll in like we're dancing fools We don't need to worry 'Cause when we fall, we know how to land Don't need to talk the talk, just walk the walk tonight 'Cause we don't need permission to dance Da-na-na-na-na-na-na Da-na-na-na-na-na-na Da-na-na-na-na-na-na No, we don't need permission to dance Da-na-na-na-na-na-na (Hey) Da-na-na-na-na-na-na Da-na-na-na-na-na-na Well, let me show ya That we can keep the fire alive, mm 'Cause it's not over Till it's over, say it one more time Say I wanna dance The music's got me going (Music's got me going) Ain't nothing that can stop how we move, yeah (Hey, yeah) Let's break our plans And live just like we're golden (Ooh) And roll in like we're dancing fools (Like we're dancing fools) We don't need to worry 'Cause when we fall, we know how to land (We know how to land) Don't need to talk the talk, just walk the walk tonight (Ooh) 'Cause we don't need permission to dance

Permission to Dance - English Translation

Es el pensamiento de ser joven Cuando tu corazón es como un tambor Golpeando más fuerte sin poder protegerlo Cuando todo parece estar mal Solo canta junto a Elton John Y a esa sensación, apenas estamos comenzando Cuando las noches se enfrían Y los ritmos te hacen caer atrás Solo sueña con ese instante Cuando te miras fijamente a los ojos, ojo, ojo Entonces dices Quiero bailar La música me está llevando Nada puede detener cómo nos movemos, sí Dejemos que rompamos nuestros planes Y vivamos como si fuéramos de oro Y lleguemos como payasos bailando No tenemos por qué preocuparnos Porque cuando caemos, sabemos cómo aterrizar No necesitamos hablarlo, solo caminar esta noche Porque no necesitamos permiso para bailar Siempre hay algo que nos impide Pero si no te deja afectar Sabrás exactamente cómo romper Solo mantén el buen ambiente, sí Porque no hay vuelta atrás No hay a quién probar No tenemos esto asegurado (Sí) La espera ha terminado El momento es ahora así lo hacemos bien, mm (Sí) Sí seguiremos adelante Y nos quedaremos despiertos hasta ver salir el sol (Sí) Y diremos Quiero bailar La música me está llevando Nada puede detener cómo nos movemos, sí Dejemos que rompamos nuestros planes Y vivamos como si fuéramos de oro Y lleguemos como payasos bailando No tenemos por qué preocuparnos Porque cuando caemos, sabemos cómo aterrizar No necesitamos hablarlo, solo caminar esta noche Porque no necesitamos permiso para bailar Da-na-na-na-na-na-na Da-na-na-na-na-na-na Da-na-na-na-na-na-na No, no necesitamos permiso para bailar Da-na-na-na-na-na-na (¡Oye!) Da-na-na-na-na-na-na Da-na-na-na-na-na-na Bueno, déjame mostrarte Que podemos mantener el fuego encendido, mm Porque no ha terminado Hasta que haya terminado, di esto una vez más Di Quiero bailar La música me está llevando (La música me lleva) Nada puede detener cómo nos movemos, sí (¡Oye, sí!) Dejemos que rompamos nuestros planes Y vivamos como si fuéramos de oro (¡Ay!) Y lleguemos como payasos bailando (Como payasos bailando) No tenemos por qué preocuparnos Porque cuando caemos, sabemos cómo aterrizar (Sabemos cómo aterrizar) No necesitamos hablarlo, solo caminar esta noche (¡Ay!) Porque no necesitamos permiso para bailar

Meaning of Permission to Dance

“Permission to Dance” by BTS is a vibrant anthem of liberation and joyful self-expression, layered with poignant reflections on youthful vulnerability and the desire to simply *be*. The core theme centers around shedding societal constraints and embracing uninhibited movement – literally dancing – as a powerful act of defiance against worry and expectation. The song’s narrative begins with a nostalgic yearning for the unfiltered energy of youth, depicted through the imagery of a “drum” heart beating without reservation, mirroring Elton John's music as a catalyst for this feeling of burgeoning potential. This immediately establishes a sense of urgency; it’s not about grand achievements but about seizing the moment and letting go. The repeated refrain, "I wanna dance," acts as a mantra, urging listeners to prioritize experiencing joy over conforming to external pressures. Musically, the song employs several compelling metaphors. “Breaking our plans” represents discarding rigid routines and embracing spontaneity, while “rolling in like we’re dancing fools” embodies reckless abandon and unapologetic fun. The line "Don't need to talk the talk, just walk the walk tonight" is a crucial element – action speaks louder than words, particularly when it comes to pursuing genuine happiness. The acknowledgement of potential setbacks – “when we fall, we know how to land” – isn’t presented as a cause for despair but rather as an opportunity for resilience and adaptation. The use of the "vibe" as something essential to maintain further emphasizes the importance of internal harmony and positivity in navigating life's challenges. Beyond its immediate message of carefree dancing, “Permission to Dance” carries a deeper resonance for BTS’s fanbase – ARMY – who have often faced criticism and judgment regarding their idol worship. The song can be interpreted as an implicit plea for acceptance and understanding, a request to simply allow them to express their passion without needing justification or permission. Ultimately, the track is a celebration of human connection, resilience, and the universal desire to move to the rhythm of life, delivered with infectious energy and a powerful declaration: “We don’t need permission to dance.”

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