Who would have imagined that there were such a large number of songs about leaping!
From House of Pain’s “Jump Around” to The Stones’ timeless hit “Jumpin’ Jack Flash,” we discover some real treasures here. (Of course, these songs are typically associated with having fun, partying, and jumping around.)
So, it’s time to get your energy up and explore these excellent selections.
Leap – Van Halen
They have stayed at number 1 in the US for five consecutive weeks, which is a good choice. Instead of using the guitar, which others thought would mean more money, Eddie Van Halen wanted to use a synthesizer as the lead instrument. Most members of Van Halen were hesitant to make this change, but this song encourages you to go for it.
Leap in the Line – Harry Belafonte
The cover made by Invader Lord Herman’s is much different than Belafonte’s version, which is inspired by Harry Belafonte’s version followed by a beautiful woman named Senora dancing with Flea Lord.
Jumpin’ Jack Flash – The Rolling Stones
Flash’ Jack Jumpin’ is about making yourself better for life and overcoming obstacles. He was somewhat inspired by the song “Jumping Jack” called Keith Richards’ gardener, who was inspired by the tune. Mick Jagger and Richards played around with the phrase until they came up with “Jumpin’ Jack Flash.” The song made it to the Top 10 in both the UK and the US.
Bounce Around – Residence of Suffering
This is a classic dance song that will make you jump and get on your feet. Although the lyrics seem random and unrelated, they convey a strong sense of excitement and the song has charted in the top 10 in several countries. The narrator in the song talks about how the rapper is the best and claims that he could win a fight if he gets into one. Many rap songs touch on the topic of how the rapper is the best around.
Leap (For My Love) – The Pointer Sisters
The Sisters Pointer released this song in 1983. It reached the Top 10 in both the UK and US. It stayed popular due to the following summer Olympics held in Los Angeles, California. There is a lot of jumping in the Olympics, which is why the song is popular. The narrator encourages her lover to go all-in for the relationship, and the two lovers are eager to be together.
Leap – Kris Kross
The duo Kross Kriss, who were only 14 years old when they released their hit song “Jump,” made it to number 1 in the US and number 2 in the UK, as well as many other countries. They were famously referred to as “totally krossed-out” due to their unique fashion choice of wearing their pants backward.
Leap – Flo Rida
Scotland had charting success at number 9 and the UK had varying levels of success at number 21, while the song reached number 54 in the US. This energetic song is sure to get you moving. Whether they’re dancing at a sports event, training at a club, or looking to motivate anyone, he wanted the song. Flo Rida raps about meeting a beautiful woman and dancing with her.
Dive Into the Flames – Harry Nilsson
Some people interpret this song to be a plea for a deeper understanding of life and its improvement to society. The narrator in this song appears to be pleading to his lover, asking them to be with him and make each other happy, as it seems that his love interest doesn’t want to commit, making it seem like his love interest doesn’t have the same level of interest and commitment.
Leap, Swing and Cry – Louis Prima
Louis Prima, who was highly successful in the 1930s and 40s, experienced a revival with this particular song in 1956. With its energetic rhythm, it is certain to get you moving and grooving. The song not only gets everyone dancing, but it also references people engaging in household activities.
Leap Jive and Wail – The Brian Setzer Orchestra
The band that won a Grammy for the Best Pop Performance with Vocals, thanks to their cover of a classic song, was used in a commercial for GAP. This refreshed version of the song charted at number 23 in the US. In 1998, Brian Setzer and The Brian Setzer Orchestra covered Louis Prima’s “Jump, Jive, and Wail.”
Leap Then Tumble – Taylor Swift
In the first week, Taylor Swift became the first artist to have five singles in the Top 30 chart, with four other songs added to her album. This song was released on the expanded edition of the Fearless album. She always tells them that she will always be there and admires all of their features. Taylor Swift tries to convince a potential lover to take a chance with her.
Dive In Immediately – Zac Brown Band
The song “Jump Right In” was released in 2012 and reached number 53 on the US chart. Zac Brown sings about a worry-free place where you can enjoy the music, fall, water, and the beauty of nature. “Jump Right In” is a fun blend of country and Caribbean music that will make you dream of a tropical vacation.
Skipping Rope – Azure October
October Blue sings an excellent and upbeat song to help cheer you up when you’re struggling to get through. It’s like a lot of us throwing a jump rope to navigate the ups and downs of life, and singing along to this good and uplifting song.
Dive into the River – Sinéad O’Connor
This song was initially launched on the 1988 Married to the Mob soundtrack when it was released as a standalone track. The individual depicted in this song is someone who instills a sense of trust, someone with whom you feel secure entrusting your life. Occasionally, you encounter a person who fits this description perfectly. If this person were to ask her to take a leap into a river, she would do so willingly. The singer of this song holds this lover in such high regard that they are the subject of the song’s lyrics.
Kick Off – Jethro Tull
The song “Mrs. Thatcher” speculates about Margaret Thatcher’s political role in nature, mentioning Maggie, who was speculated to be Mrs. Thatcher. The lyrics of this song are not very clear, but it is likely that they are a social commentary on the labor changes made in the UK during the 1970s and 80s.
Leap and Yell – Basement Jaxx
‘Jump n’ Shout’, a song heavily influenced by dancehall music, was released in 1999 by Basement Jaxx, an electronic music duo. MC Slarta John provided the vocals for the lyrics, and the track reached number 12 on the UK charts.
The Major Leap – The Chemical Brothers
This track, which was launched in 2005 and well-liked in racing video games, is included in the soundtracks of Project Gotham Racing 3 and Burnout Revenge. It is specifically designed for dancing or simply enjoying the vibe, as it consists of electronic music that repetitively echoes the title of the song.
Rise and Leap – Red Hot Chili Peppers
This was the first single released by Red Hot Chili Peppers. The lyrics are pretty nonsensical, but the song is meant to make you move and get up, it’s a dance song. Finally, what made her decide to give a chance to this song was that a girl named “Frumpkin” who was a guitarist for Slovak Hillel liked it.
Hopping Hopping – Destiny’s Child
In order to ignore their significant others and spend some time flirting and dancing, each of them has a lover waiting for them at home. A man and a woman meet each other and have fun by going to the dance club. This song reminds people to forget about their relationships for the night! The song is about people who are bored in their relationships and just want to have fun and go out.
Apache (Leap on It) – The Sugarhill Gang
Tonto and the Lone Star Ranger, the fictitious personas, are discussing the tune. The initial melody is performed by The Shadows, who interpreted it from the Incredible Bongo Band’s rendition of ‘Apache’, which is a rendition of the song. This rap track, one of the most widely recognized rap songs, made its appearance on the Hot 100 and was published by The Sugarhill Gang, the fifth rap track.
Leap on It – Sir Mix-a-Lot
To provide a few examples, he mentions Texas, Florida, and Arizona. In the subsequent verse, he lyrically discusses these states in depth and references various locations in the chorus. Sir Mix-a-Lot’s rendition of The Sugarhill Gang’s ‘Apache (Jump On It)’ reaches out to a vast majority of the United States.
The Start – Lil’ Kim
Lil’ Kim wants to start the party and have a good time, spending the night with different guys, rapping about wealth and partying, as she debuted her best song at number 17 on the US charts.
