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B’Day
Mission one; I’ma put this on
When he see me in the dress, I’ma get me some (Hey)
Mission two; gotta make that call
Tell him get the bottles poppin’ when they play my song (Hey)
Mission three; got my three best friends
Like we do it all the time, we gon’ do it again (Hey)
Mission four; got the vintage Rolls
Drop a couple hundreds tell him “Leave it at the door”
I ain’t worried, doin’ me tonight
A little sweat ain’t never hurt nobody
While y’all standin’ on the wall
I’m the one tonight gettin’ bodied
Gettin’ bodied, gettin’ bodied
Gettin’ bodied, gettin’ bodied
Want my body
Won’t you get me bodied
You want my body
Won’t you get me bodied (Hey)
Can you get me bodied?
I wanna be myself tonight
Can you get me bodied?
I wanna be myself tonight
Don’t you see my body?
I wanna let it out tonight
Wanna party, wanna dance
Wanna be myself tonight, get me bodied
Mission five; skip to the front of the line
Let me fix my hair up ‘fore I go inside (Hey)
Mission six; gotta check these chicks
‘Cause you know they’re gon’ block when I take these flicks (Hey)
Mission seven; gotta make my rounds
Givin’ eyes to the guys, now I think I found him (Hey)
Mission eight; now we conversate
And we can skip small talk, let’s get right to the chase (Hey)
I ain’t worried, doin’ me tonight
A little sweat ain’t never hurt nobody
While y’all standin’ on the wall
I’m the one tonight gettin’ bodied
Gettin’ bodied, gettin’ bodied
Gettin’ bodied, gettin’ bodied
Want my body
Won’t you get me bodied
You want my body
Won’t you get me bodied
You should see my body
I gotta know enough to know if you can get me bodied
I’m kinda tight, I’m feelin’ right, enough to see somebody
I wanna let it off tonight
Wanna dance, wanna party
Wanna be myself tonight
Can you get me bodied?
I wanna be myself tonight
Can you get me bodied?
I wanna be myself tonight
Won’t you sing my body
I wanna let it out tonight
Wanna party, wanna dance
Wanna be myself tonight, me bodied
Baby, all I want is to let it go
Ain’t no worries, oh
We can dance all night
Get me bodied
That means come closer to me
While we grind to the beat
And your body’s touching my body
All I need is to let it be
Ain’t no worry, no
Boy, dance with me
Feel my body
Don’t stop, just come closer to me
While we grind to the beat
With your body touching my body
Get somebody
Ain’t no shame ’cause I gotta get mine
I swing my hair and kick off my shoes
Come here, boy, let me work on you
I ain’t worried, doin’ me tonight
A little sweat ain’t never hurt nobody
While y’all standin’ on the wall
I’m the one tonight gettin’ bodied
Gettin’ bodied, gettin’ bodied
Gettin’ bodied, gettin’ bodied
Want my body
Won’t you get me bodied
You want my body
Won’t you get me bodied (Hey)
Ladies on the floor
All my ladies on the floor
If you ready
Get it ready
Let’s get it and drop it
Drop down low
And sweep the floor with it
Drop-drop down low
And sweep the floor with it
Drop down low
And sweep the floor with it
Drop-drop down low
And sweep the floor with it
Do the uh-oh
Do the uh-oh
Do the uh-oh-uh-oh, uh-oh-oh-no-no
Do the uh-oh
Do the uh-oh
Do the uh-oh-uh-oh, uh-oh-oh-no-no
Pat your weave, ladies
Pat-pat-pat your weave, ladies (Watch it while he check up on it)
Pat your weave, ladies
Pat-pat-pat your weave, ladies (Watch it while he check up on it)
Tick-tick-tick-tick fight
Now tick-tick-tick-tick-tick-tick fight
Tick-tick-tick-tick fight
Now tick-tick-tick-tick-tick-tick fight
Now pose for the camera
Now flick-flick
Pose for the camera
Now flick-flick
Pose for the camera
Now flick-flick
Pose for the camera
Now flick-flick
Do an old school dance
An old school dance
An old school dance
Do an old school
Do an old school dance
An old school dance
An old school dance
Do an old school
Stop
Now cool off, cool off
Cool off, cool off
Drop
Now cool off, cool off
Cool off, cool off
Wind it back, girl
Wind it back, girl
Make your hair touch the floor
Wind it back
Wind it back, girl
Wind it back, girl
Make your hair touch the floor
Wind it back
Drop to your knees
Arch your back, girl
Shake-shake it like that, alley cat
Drop-drop to your knees
Arch your back, girl
Shake-shake it like that, alley cat
Shake your derriere in them Dereon’s
Shake-shake your derriere
In the House of Dereon
Shake your derriere in them Dereon’s
Shake-shake your derriere
In the House of Dereon
Do the scissor leg
Touch your heels
Touch your toes
Do the scissor leg
Touch your heels
Touch your toes
Do the scissor leg
Touch your heels
Touch your toes
Do the scissor leg
Touch your heels
Touch your toes
Do the Naomi Campbell walk
Naomi Campbell walk
Walk across the room like Naomi Campbell
Do the Naomi Campbell walk
Naomi Campbell walk
Walk across the room like Naomi Campbell
Snap for the kids
Snap for the kids
Snap in a circle three times
Snap for the kids
Snap for the kids
Snap in a circle three times
I touch your body
While you touch my body
We touching bodies tonight
We getting bodied
I touch your body
While you touch my body
We touching bodies tonight
We getting bodied
Gettin’ bodied, gettin’ bodied
Gettin’ bodied, gettin’ bodied
Want my body
Won’t you get me bodied
You want my body
Won’t you get me bodied (Hey)
Empowerment on the Dance Floor
“Get Me Bodied (Extended Remix)” by Beyoncé is a high-energy anthem that celebrates self-expression, confidence, and the joy of letting loose. The song’s lyrics revolve around a series of playful “missions,” each representing steps in preparing for a memorable night out. Beyoncé encourages listeners to embrace their individuality and take control of their night, highlighting the importance of friendship, self-love, and body positivity. The repeated call to “get me bodied” is both an invitation to dance and a metaphor for living boldly and unapologetically.
A Celebration of Movement and Identity
The extended remix features infectious dance commands and shout-outs, encouraging everyone—especially women—to own the dance floor. References to fashion, iconic poses, and signature moves pay homage to Black culture and the spirit of celebration. The song fosters a sense of unity, urging listeners to connect with themselves and others through dance, ultimately making every night unforgettable.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Beyoncé Knowles, Sean Garrett, Angela Beyincé, Makeba Riddick, Swizz Beatz, Solange Knowles, Shawn Carter
Release Year: 2007
Label: Columbia Records