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Lyrics of Whip It by DEVO
intro
Crack that whip (give the past a slip)
Step on a crack (break your mama′s back)
pre-chorus
When a problem comes along (you must whip it)
Before the cream sets out too long (you must whip it)
When something's going wrong (you must whip it)
chorus
Now whip it into shape
Shape it up, get straight
Go forward, move ahead
Try to detect it, it′s not too late
To whip it, whip it good
pre-chorus
When a good time turns around (you must whip it)
You will never live it down (unless you whip it)
No one gets away (until they whip it)
hook
I say whip it, whip it good
I say whip it, whip it good
intro
Crack that whip (give the past a slip)
Step on a crack (break your mama's back)
pre-chorus
When a problem comes along (you must whip it)
Before the cream sets out too long (you must whip it)
When something's going wrong (you must whip it)
chorus
Now whip it into shape
Shape it up, get straight
Go forward, move ahead
Try to detect it, it′s not too late
To whip it, into shape
Shape it up, get straight
Go forward, move ahead
Try to detect it, it′s not too late
To whip it, well, whip it good
Writer(s): Gerald V. Casale, Mark Allen Mothersbaugh
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The song 'Whip It' by DEVO uses the metaphor of 'whipping it' to convey the message of taking control of your life and facing challenges head-on. The lyrics encourage not letting problems linger but instead dealing with them promptly and decisively to shape your own path and move forward positively.
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Themes
Overcoming challenges
• When something's going wrong (you must whip it)
• When a problem comes along (you must whip it)
Self-improvement
• Go forward, move ahead
• Now whip it into shape
• Shape it up, get straight
• Try to detect it, it's not too late
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Moods
Joy, empowerment, inspiration, hope, confidence
Rating: G
Lyrics are child-friendly and safe for all!
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Album • 1980 • 17 tracks
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