Planetshakers - Dance Now Lyrics
Lyrics
I'm not holding back
I've got to give You praise
With every part of me I'm breakin' out
I've got to let You know
That You're my everything
With every part of me I'll praise you now
And I will dance and sing
You know I'm gonna shout it out
For You my King
'Cause You are all I need now
It's time to get up and dance
'Cause we're free now
It's time to lift up your praise
And shout it out now
It's time to break off the chains
'Cause it's a brand new day
And everything is ok
Let's dance!
Dance now
Everybody shout now
Liftin' up our praise loud
Dancing in this freedom we know
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Planetshakers - Dance Now
Meaning & Inspiration
Planetshakers' "Dance Now," released on June 26, 2009, as part of their album "One," is an exhilarating anthem that cuts straight to the core of uninhibited worship and the liberating joy found in faith. This track isn't just a song; it's a vibrant invitation to step into a space of complete freedom and express profound gratitude to God. The central message revolves around a resolute commitment to praise without reservation, a joyous response to divine liberation, and a bold declaration of God's ultimate sufficiency in life.
The song immediately establishes a posture of unreserved devotion. When the lyrics declare a refusal to hold back, a need to give praise with "every part of me," it powerfully echoes the biblical call to wholehearted worship. This sentiment aligns beautifully with Psalm 103:1, which urges us to "Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name!" It’s a complete surrender, an acknowledgment that our very being is designed to magnify God. The conviction that "You're my everything" resonates deeply with passages like Colossians 1:17, reminding us that "in him all things hold together," affirming God as the source and sustainer of life, our sole provider and anchor. This recognition ignites an immediate, active response: "I'll praise you now."
The heart of "Dance Now" then moves from personal declaration to an outward, physical expression of worship. The call to "dance and sing" and to "shout it out" isn't merely stylistic; it's deeply rooted in biblical precedents. We see King David dancing "before the Lord with all his might" (2 Samuel 6:14), and the psalmist repeatedly exhorting us to "make a joyful noise to the Lord" (Psalm 95:1) and to "praise his name with dancing" (Psalm 149:3). These actions signify a worship that transcends mere intellectual assent, engaging the body and voice in celebration of God's kingship and the profound truth that He is "all I need." This holistic response is a testimony to the complete satisfaction found in Him, requiring no external validation or inhibition.
A profound sense of liberation is woven throughout the track, serving as the primary catalyst for the energetic praise. The lyrics emphasize that "we're free now" and call to "break off the chains," heralding a "brand new day" where "everything is ok." This speaks directly to the transformative power of Christ's redemption, a freedom promised in Galatians 5:1, "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free." It’s a freedom from the bondage of sin, fear, and past limitations, leading to a renewed existence. The notion of a "brand new day" is a vibrant echo of 2 Corinthians 5:17, where it states, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" This brings with it a peace that transcends understanding, much like Philippians 4:6-7 describes, assuring us that in God, even when circumstances are uncertain, our spirits can find peace because He is in control.
The song culminates in a collective, urgent invitation to participate in this freedom. The repeated command to "Dance now, Everybody shout now, Liftin' up our praise loud" transforms individual worship into a communal celebration. It’s an inclusive call to every person to join in the joyful noise, recognizing that the freedom experienced is for all. This corporate praise mirrors the biblical vision of a gathered people loudly extolling God's greatness, as Psalm 66:1 declares, "Shout for joy to God, all the earth!" "Dance Now" by Planetshakers, therefore, is far more than a catchy tune; it’s a theological statement and an empowering anthem, compelling believers to cast off any spiritual shackles, embrace their newfound freedom in Christ, and express their adoration with every fiber of their being, collectively and unashamedly.