About the song
Introducing the infectious hit “The Loco-Motion” by Little Eva, a song that’s been getting people up and moving since its release in 1962. Penned by the legendary songwriting duo Gerry Goffin and Carole King, this track was Little Eva’s breakout single, launching her into the spotlight.
“The Loco-Motion” was featured on Little Eva’s debut album, also titled “The Loco-Motion.” The song quickly climbed the charts, reaching the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and staying there for several weeks. Its catchy melody and simple, yet irresistible, dance moves captured the hearts of listeners across the nation.
Notably, “The Loco-Motion” wasn’t just a hit in the US; it also achieved international success, topping the charts in countries around the world. Its upbeat tempo and energetic vibe made it a favorite on dance floors everywhere, earning it a permanent place in pop music history.
Little Eva’s charming vocals and the song’s lively rhythm make it a timeless classic that continues to be loved by audiences of all ages. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering it for the first time, “The Loco-Motion” is sure to have you dancing along from start to finish. So put on your dancing shoes and get ready to groove to this iconic tune that’s been keeping the party going for over six decades.
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Lyrics
Everybody’s doing a brand-new dance, now
(Come on baby, do the Loco-motion)
I know you’ll get to like it if you give it a chance now
(Come on baby, do the Loco-motion)
My little baby sister can do it with me
It’s easier than learning your A-B-C’s
So come on, come on, do the Loco-motion with me
You gotta swing your hips, now
Come on, baby
Jump up
Jump back
Well, now, I think you’ve got the knack
Wow, wow
Now that you can do it, let’s make a chain, now
(Come on baby, do the Loco-motion)
A chug-a chug-a motion like a railroad train, now
(Come on baby, do the Loco-motion)
Do it nice and easy, now, don’t lose control
A little bit of rhythm and a lot of soul
Come on, come on
Do the Loco-motion with me
Ye-ye-ye-yeah
Move around the floor in a Loco-motion
(Come on baby, do the Loco-motion)
Do it holding hands if you get the notion
(Come on baby, do the Loco-motion)
There’s never been a dance that’s so easy to do
It even makes you happy when you’re feeling blue
So come on, come on, do the Loco-motion with me
You gotta swing your hips, now
(Come on)
That’s right (do the Loco-motion)
You’re doing fine!
(Come on, do the Loco-motion)
Come on, babe
(Come on, do the Loco-motion)
Hm-hm-hm, jump up
(Come one)
Jump back (do the Loco-motion)
You’re looking good
(Come on, do the Loco-motion)
Hm-hm-hm, jump up
(Come on)
Jump back (do the Loco-motion), yeah yeah yeah