Let's Dance

Music, like poetry, gets under my skin.
Talks to something deep within.

My body can't help but express.
The rhythm it is feeling I guess.

It jumps up out of it's chair.
Dancing and prancing, I don't care

who is watching. It keeps the beat.
C'mon get up, out of your seat.

Dance with me. Isn't it fun?
I'm loose...now it's your turn.

Close your eyes, stamp your feet.
Then let our two bodies meet.

Jiving, it's all about counter balance.
You push, I pull, what's the challenge?

Raise your arm, under I go.
Isn't it a delicious flow?

How about a nice slow dance?
That's it, into my body you advance.

You move forward, I will follow.
Two as one, there's the fellow.

OK, I'm tired now, we'll take a break.
But not for long, make no mistake.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Breedt Avatar
November 20, 2016 at 1:59 AM
Jean I think you and must meet. I also write about dancing but in my minnds eye I can se you jive while I disco. You do get people off their chairs and on their feet. You inspire me to post my Afrikaans poem about dancing but I would have to translate.Thanks for the kick -up -the- jack poem.
Murray Avatar
November 20, 2016 at 3:11 AM
I am trying to picture that scene Jannie. Will you be wearing a white suit?? If you are going to disco, then I will need a wooden chair to jive with. Believe me, it would not be the first time.
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 19, 2016 at 11:13 PM
Jean, I smiled all the way through reading your joyous poem and I danced all the way through your video. Thank you for all the fun I loved this! A fave! 7 ; )
Murray Avatar
November 20, 2016 at 3:07 AM
Connie, always a joy to meet another dancing soul. Thank you.
Vaso Avatar
November 19, 2016 at 10:42 PM
LOL I came back to listen that song! Maybe learn a jig or two~
Murray Avatar
November 20, 2016 at 3:08 AM
As long as you promise to wear a kilt...authentically.
Murray Avatar
November 20, 2016 at 3:05 AM
I know!! Let's try the Highland Fling. It might get that third Scottish leg tapping Arthur.
Vaso Avatar
November 19, 2016 at 1:29 PM
I Have 3 feet, which is why I write more than I dance! LOL Loved the poem!
Murray Avatar
November 19, 2016 at 1:40 PM
Jake The Peg?? With the extra leg?? Interesting Arthur.....
Andresen Avatar
November 19, 2016 at 1:10 PM
- I dance allready ... :))) - A pleasure to read your dancing lines, Jean ... life is too short to sit on a chair - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Murray Avatar
November 19, 2016 at 1:38 PM
My Dad was called The Music Man and had a Music Shop Anne-Lise. There was no escaping for me.. My last waltz was with him on my wedding day, I'm sorry to say.
Stebbings Avatar
November 19, 2016 at 12:48 PM
Enjoyed reading this Jean. You describe dancing so well. I enjoy jiving myself. Barry.
Stebbings Avatar
November 24, 2016 at 5:11 AM
Locally, I did Ceroc where I live in U.K. I did it for a number of years, got quite good at it. I don't dance regularly now but still enjoy it at a gathering.
Murray Avatar
November 19, 2016 at 1:05 PM
REALLY?? When?? Where???
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