you got me dancing vs you got me to dance

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'You got me dancing' is used to express that someone has caused you to start dancing, while 'You got me to dance' is used to indicate that someone has persuaded or convinced you to dance.

Last updated: March 22, 2024 • 1192 views

you got me dancing

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express that someone has caused you to start dancing.

This phrase is used to convey that someone or something has motivated or inspired you to dance. It is often used in a casual or informal context.

Examples:

The music was so good, you got me dancing all night.
Whenever I hear that song, it gets me dancing.
She got me dancing with her infectious energy.

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Sometimes you can still catch me dancing in it.
They kept me dancing all night long.
You're taking me dancing, to the Roxy.
Take me dancing again tomorrow night when we both feel better.
Think of me dancing with you.
Tony took me dancing there just last week.
Okay, this is me dancing.
Me dancing around in diapers, I don't know what is.
And he came home to find me dancing around and all, so...
Anyway, they had me dancing all night, so impressed were they.
You have me dancing on heads of pins with my business, my family.
You gave me a right hook that sent me dancing around the ring.
What will he think seeing me dancing in my underwear?
You ever saw me dancing around that loft, you'd think me pathetic.
This guy from Sony Records saw me dancing in the audience on CD:
If Mary sees me dancing, I'll lose her!
Ming wasn't dancing with Masao then.
Nightclubs, dancing, concerts, laughter.
Sid found a card about dancing and. Yes.
When winter comes, dancing stops.

Alternatives:

You made me dance
You inspired me to dance
You got me moving to the music
You got me grooving
You got me on my feet

you got me to dance

This phrase is also correct and commonly used in English to indicate that someone has persuaded or convinced you to dance.

This phrase is used to convey that someone has influenced or convinced you to dance, often implying a deliberate action on their part.

Examples:

She got me to dance even though I was hesitant at first.
You got me to dance with your enthusiasm.
He got me to dance by playing my favorite song.

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And you got me out of my room, and you got me to the dance.
Any child who wants to dance should be able to dance, period.
That year she introduced me to dance, and thus began my tryst with classical dance.
You're not too poor to dance your ghost dance.
I'd be flattered to dance the second dance with you.
I don't dance until Eugene sledge wants to dance.
We live to dance, and we dance because of you.
Since I really want to dance, I have to dance with someone who knows the steps, so I don't look ridiculous.
I want to learn to dance like you.
You're free to dance with any man.
I'm free to dance as I please.
I'm free to dance with Kaori.
You've never lifted a hoof to dance in your life.
Fortunately, we are obliged only to dance.
No one's asking Lucas to dance.
We cannot allow that our young people go to other clubs to dance.
Not supposed to dance in the middle of the street.
It's his turn to dance with me.
I couldn't think of not accepting the invitation to dance.
A girl who craves to dance.

Alternatives:

You convinced me to dance
You persuaded me to dance
You made me want to dance
You encouraged me to dance
You motivated me to dance

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