Overdrive – English Lyrics

• By: Calvin Harris, Ummet Ozcan
• Album: Motion

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the electrifying world of electronic dance music with "Overdrive" by Calvin Harris and Ummet Ozcan. This powerful Electro House anthem, driven by heavy chords and a propulsive beat, offers a fantastic way to experience the dynamic sounds of modern EDM. It’s an energetic instrumental track, making it perfect for focusing on rhythm and production elements that are key to the genre, and understanding the universal appeal of dance music beyond lyrics.

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
test /tɛst/ A2	verb - to examine something or someone in order to assess their quality, ability, or knowledge noun - an examination or assessment
mean /miːn/ A2	verb - to signify or represent noun - a person regarded as unpleasant or unkind
disrespect /dɪsˈrɛspɛkt/ B1	noun - a lack of respect or reverence verb - to show a lack of respect for
go /ɡoʊ/ A1	verb - to move or travel
man /mæn/ A1	noun - an adult male human
let /lɛt/ A1	verb - to allow or permit

Key Grammar Structures

• Don't go test me man

  ➔ Imperative with modal verb 'don't' + infinitive

  ➔ "Don't" expresses a prohibition or strong advice against testing the speaker. The use of 'man' is colloquial and adds emphasis.

• Don't mean no disrespect

  ➔ Double negative construction

  ➔ The phrase uses a double negative ('don't mean no') which, while grammatically unconventional, is common in some dialects and emphasizes the speaker's intention to not be rude.

• Let's go

  ➔ Imperative with 'let's' (contraction of 'let us')

  ➔ "Let's go" is a common expression used to encourage action or movement. It's a suggestion made jointly.