Zoo Lyrics
[Intro]
Come on, get on up
We're wild and we can't be tamed
And we're turnin' the floor into a zoo, ooh-ooh
[Refrain]
Hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, ah
Hop-ah, hop-ah, oh
Hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, ah
Hop-ah, hop-ah, oh
[Verse 1]
We live in a crazy world, caught up in a rat race
Concrete jungle life is sometimes a mad place
It's you and me together, the end of a wild day
Don't keep it all bottled up, and release your energy
[Pre-Chorus]
Hey-oh, hey
Only reason we are here is to celebrate
In a place where anyone can be anything
Hold on to this moment, don't let it fade away
Baby, keep the music playing
[Chorus]
Come on, get on up
We're wild and we can't be tamed
And we're turnin' the floor into a zoo, ooh-ooh
Come on, keep it up
It's fun if you're down to play
And we're turnin' the floor into a zoo, ooh-ooh
[Refrain]
Hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, ah
Hop-ah, hop-ah, oh
Hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, ah
Hop-ah, hop-ah, oh (A zoo, ooh-ooh)
[Verse 2]
We're living a heated time, no chance to cool down
Continue to seek and find, but what do we do now?
It's all about finding love, sometimes hard to come by
But when it comes to us, it's always a good time
[Pre-Chorus]
Hey-oh, hey
Only reason we are here is to celebrate
In a place where anyone can be anything
Hold on to this moment, don't let it fade away
Baby, keep the music playing
[Chorus]
Come on, get on up
We're wild and we can't be tamed
And we're turnin' the floor into a zoo, ooh-ooh
Come on, keep it up
It's fun if you're down to play
And we're turnin' the floor into a zoo, ooh-ooh
[Refrain]
Hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, ah
A zoo, ooh-ooh (Hop-ah, hop-ah, oh)
Hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, ah
A zoo, ooh-ooh (Hop-ah, hop-ah, oh)
Hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, ah
A zoo, ooh-ooh (Hop-ah, hop-ah, oh)
Hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, hop-ah, ah
A zoo, ooh-ooh (Hop-ah, hop-ah, oh)
[Bridge]
I'll take you higher, I'll take you higher
And we can't be tamed, baby, I'll take you higher
I'll take you higher, I'll take you higher
And we can't be tamed, baby, I'll take you higher
[Pre-Chorus]
Es una fiesta que sube como la espuma
Yo por ti irÃa hasta luna, de ida y vuelta
Es una fiesta que sube como la espuma
Yo por ti irÃa hasta luna, de ida y vuelta
[Chorus]
Come on, get on up
We're wild and we can't be tamed
And we're turnin' the floor into a zoo, ooh-ooh
Come on, keep it up
It's fun if you're down to play
And we're turnin' the floor into a zoo, ooh-ooh
[Outro]
Come on, get on up
We're wild and we can't be tamed
And we're turnin' the floor into a zoo, ooh-ooh
Come on, keep it up
It's fun if you're down to play
And we're turnin' the floor into a zoo, ooh-ooh
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Zoo Song Meaning (Shakira)
From its opening lines, “Come on, get on up, we’re wild and we can’t be tamed,” the song establishes its tone: it’s an invitation to break free, to cast off restraint, and to find your wild pulse. Turning the dance floor into a “zoo” becomes a metaphor for a space where inner instinct, passion, and individuality rule. It shuns conformity and celebrates the raw, untamed side of being alive.
Where the “concrete jungle” traps people in routine or pressure, “Zoo” pushes back — you and I together can transform that confinement into liberation through movement, presence, and shared energy. The refrain emphasizes release, letting rhythm carry you past inhibition.
Emotional Arc and Narrative Structure
[Verses and Pre-Chorus]
The verses acknowledge tension and contradiction: life is “heated,” there’s longing and uncertainty, and love may be elusive. Yet even in that, there’s reassurance in connection and in possibility. The pre-chorus reinforces why we gather: “Only reason we are here is to celebrate, in a place where anyone can be anything.” That line is key — the song stakes its emotional ground in inclusivity, freedom, and the present moment.
[Chorus and Bridge]
The chorus takes over with full-throttle celebration. It’s not a quiet reflection; it’s high-energy, meant to get people moving and make them feel alive. The bridge (“I’ll take you higher…”) supports that, elevating the connection between voices and dancers to a transcendent space where limits dissolve.
[Spanish Pre-Chorus (Code Switch)]
Es una fiesta que sube como la espuma
Yo por ti irÃa hasta luna, de ida y vuelta
Stepping into Spanish briefly roots the song in Shakira’s identity and gives weight to the moment. The metaphor of a party rising “like foam” suggests expansion, movement upward, and emotional height. The moon imagery speaks of distance, devotion, and connection — echoing emotional extremes that love and celebration permit.
What Zoo Offers for the Artist and Audience
Because “Zoo” is tied to Zootopia 2, it’s part of a larger narrative. In the first film, Shakira voiced Gazelle and performed “Try Everything.” That song became an anthem of perseverance and trying despite failure.
With Zootopia 2, Shakira returns as Gazelle and introduces “Zoo,” which she co-wrote with Ed Sheeran and Blake Slatkin. The shift from “Try Everything” to “Zoo” signals a broader, more communal energy — less about internal struggle and persistence, more about release, togetherness, and celebration.
“Zoo” can thus be seen as Gazelle’s evolved anthem. She’s no longer just urging personal courage, but beckoning everyone into an immersive, shared world with no limitations. For listeners, it mirrors the tension between control and abandon. It’s a call to bring your full self, let go of fears, and dance into your wildness.
Interpretation and Takeaway
At its core, “Zoo” is a manifesto of freedom — from external expectations, internal hesitation, and emotional restraint. It embraces the idea that we learn to live not by staying safe, but by pushing our edges, daring to move, and connecting in vulnerable authenticity.
In the context of Zootopia 2, the song likely underscores a pivotal moment when characters must defy rules, reconnect with instinct, and celebrate life’s wildness. For the audience, it offers catharsis — a chance to step into their own “zoo” and reclaim energy, joy, and presence.
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FAQ Section
Who sung the song "Zoo" by Shakira?
The song "Zoo" was sung by Shakira.
Who wrote the song "Zoo" by Shakira?
Ed Sheeran, Shakira & Blake Slatkin.
Who produced the song "Zoo" by Shakira?
Blake Slatkin, Shakira, Ed Sheeran & Alexander “A.C.” Castillo.
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Song Details
Artist: Shakira
Album: Zootopia 2
Genre: Pop
Language: English
Released: October 10, 2025
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