September 18, 2015 Album: Swaay

Cake By The Ocean

DNCE

About Cake By The Ocean

Read More Collapse “Cake By The Ocean” is the debut single by American band DNCE, released on September 18, 2015.

The track was written by Joe Jonas, Justin Tranter, and Swedish production duo Mattman & Robin, who also produced the song.

The song's title originated from a mistranslation of the cocktail name "Sex on the Beach" by Swedish producers, leading to the playful title "Cake By The Ocean."

The music video, directed by Black Coffee and Gigi Hadid, features a humorous cake fight on the beach, turning into a lively beach party.

The song became a commercial success, peaking at No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and charting in multiple countries.

It has been certified Platinum in several countries and has over 540 million views on YouTube as of May 2025.

Cake By The Ocean Lyrics

[Intro]

Nah, nah, nah

Cake by the ocean

[Verse 1]

Oh, no

See you walkin' 'round like it's a funeral

Not so serious, girl, why those feet cold?

We just gettin' started, don't you tiptoe, tiptoe, ah

[Pre-Chorus]

Waste time with a masterpiece, don't waste time with a masterpiece (Huh)

You should be rollin' with me, you should be rollin' with me (Ah-ah-ah)

You're a real-life fantasy, you're a real-life fantasy (Huh)

But you're movin' so carefully, let's start livin' dangerously

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[Chorus]

Talk to me, baby

I'm goin' blind from this sweet, sweet cravin', woah-oh

Let's lose our minds and go fuckin' crazy

I-I-I-I-I, I keep on hopin' we'll eat cake by the ocean, uh

Walk for me, baby

I'll be Diddy, you'll be Naomi, woah-oh

Let's lose our minds and go fucking crazy

I-I-I-I-I, I keep on hopin' we'll eat cake by the ocean, uh

[Verse 2]

Goddamn

See you lickin' frostin' from your own hands

Want another taste, I'm beggin', "Yes, ma'am"

I'm tired of all this candy on the dry land, dry land, oh (Uh, ah)

[Pre-Chorus]

Waste time with a masterpiece, don't waste time with a masterpiece (Huh)

You should be rollin' with me, you should be rollin' with me (Ah-ah-ah)

You're a real-life fantasy, you're a real-life fantasy (Huh)

But you're movin' so carefully, let's start livin' dangerously (Woah-oh-oh-oh)

[Chorus]

Talk to me, baby

I'm goin' blind from this sweet, sweet cravin', woah-oh

Let's lose our minds and go fuckin' crazy

I-I-I-I-I, I keep on hopin' we'll eat cake by the ocean, uh

Walk for me, baby (Walk for me now)

I'll be Diddy, you'll be Naomi, woah-oh

Let's lose our minds and go fuckin' crazy

I-I-I-I-I, I keep on hopin' we'll eat cake by the ocean, uh

[Refrain]

Ooh, ah, ah

I-I-I-I-I, I keep on hopin' we'll eat cake by the ocean, uh

Ooh, ah, ah

I-I-I-I-I, I keep on hopin' we'll eat cake by the ocean, uh (Oh, hey)

[Bridge]

You're fuckin' delicious, haha

Talk to me, girl (Hey)

[Chorus]

Talk to me, baby (Talk to me, baby, hey)

I'm goin' blind from this sweet, sweet cravin', woah-oh (Woah-oh)

Let's lose our minds and go fuckin' crazy (Crazy)

I-I-I-I-I (Ah), I keep on hopin' we'll eat cake by the ocean, uh (Hey)

Walk for me, baby (Walk for me now)

I'll be Diddy, you'll be Naomi, woah-oh

Let's lose our minds and go (And go what?) fucking crazy (That's right)

I-I-I-I-I, I keep on hopin' (Alright), we'll eat cake by the ocean, uh (Aw, yeah)

[Outro]

Red velvet, vanilla, chocolate in my life

Funfetti, I'm ready, I need it every night

Red velvet, vanilla, chocolate in my life

I-I-I-I-I keep on hopin' we'll eat cake by the ocean, uh

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Line-by-Line Breakdown of Cake By The Ocean Lyrics

The lyrics depict a carefree and playful attitude, using the metaphor of "cake by the ocean" to represent indulgence and enjoyment. The song encourages living in the moment and embracing life's pleasures without concern for consequences.

Vocal Parts in Cake By The Ocean Lyrics

Joe Jonas delivers the lead vocals with energetic and playful inflections, complemented by harmonies from the band members, creating an upbeat and infectious sound.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is “Cake By The Ocean” about?

The song is about enjoying life and indulging in pleasures without worry, using the metaphor of "cake by the ocean" to symbolize carefree enjoyment.

Who wrote “Cake By The Ocean”?

The song was written by Joe Jonas, Justin Tranter, and Mattman & Robin.

How did the song perform commercially?

"Cake By The Ocean" peaked at No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100, charted in multiple countries, and was certified Platinum in several countries.

Was the song featured in media?

Yes, the song was featured in various media outlets, including films, shows, video games, commercials, and trailers.

Are there any notable cultural moments tied to this track?

The song's music video featured a humorous cake fight on the beach, turning into a lively beach party, which became a memorable visual representation of the song's carefree theme.