It’s time for training and we’re getting started it’s on you know
and we wanna see you whip and shout it we rock you roll
they say go slow and everything just stands so still
we say go go we’re ready for the fight we know the drill
monday morning and we feel defeated seems so long ago
tuesday’s comin we just keep on beatin til we’re in our zone
they say go slow and everything just stands so still
we say go go you’re gonna see us rip into it just
Jump up kick back whip around and spin
Then we jump back do it again
Ninja-Go! Ninja-Go!
Come on, come on, we’re gonna do it again, we just
Jump up kick back whip around and spin
Then we jump back do it again
Ninja-Go! Ninja-Go!
Come on, come on and do the weekend whip, yeah!
Wednesday mornin’ and we soon discover we gotta push our game
we slept on thursday just to get it over the whip’s a day away
they say go slow and everything just stands so still
we say go go you’re gonna see us rip into it just
Jump up kick back whip around and spin
Then we jump back do it again
Ninja-Go! Ninja-Go!
Come on, come on, we’re gonna do it again, we just
Jump up kick back whip around and spin
Then we jump back do it again
Ninja-Go! Ninja-Go!
Come on, come on and do the weekend whip, yeah!
they say no no but we don’t wanna sit around no more
we say go go we wanna see you rip into it just
Jump up kick back whip around and spin
Then we jump back do it again
Ninja-Go! Ninja-Go!
Come on, come on, we’re gonna do it again, we just
Jump up kick back whip around and spin
Then we jump back do it again
Ninja-Go! Ninja-Go!
Come on, come on and do the weekend whip!
Ninja! Ninja! Come on, come on and do the weekend whip!
Behind the Music: Meaning & Story
The LEGO Ninjago theme song, titled “The Weekend Whip,” is performed by the American pop-punk band The Fold. Since its debut in 2011/2012, the song has become an inseparable part of the Ninjago identity. Unlike many television themes that change entirely each season, “The Weekend Whip” has been remixed and reimagined over a dozen times to match the changing themes of the show—from the “Pirate Whip” to the “Ghost Whip”—maintaining a unique tradition in animated television.
The series, a Danish-Canadian collaboration, follows a team of six teen ninjas—Kai, Jay, Cole, Zane, Lloyd, and Nya—as they protect the fictional world of Ninjago from various ancient and futuristic evils. The lyrics “Jump up, kick back, whip around and spin” are a direct reference to Spinjitzu, the martial art the ninjas use in the show. The song’s high energy and “go-go-go” attitude reflect the core values of the LEGO brand: creativity, persistence, and teamwork.
The Fold’s contribution has created a dedicated sub-fandom within the LEGO community. The band often interacts with fans and continues to release new versions of the “Whip” for new story arcs. Its mix of rock and electronic elements provides the perfect backdrop for the ninjas’ training montages and epic battles, ensuring that the “Weekend Whip” remains a high-octane anthem for Ninjago fans of all ages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who performs the Ninjago theme song?
The theme song is performed by the band The Fold. They have created many different versions of the song for various seasons of the show.
What does ‘The Weekend Whip’ refer to?
The lyrics describe the preparation and training during the week leading up to the “whip” (the action/spin) on the weekend, mirroring the ninjas’ dedication to their craft.
Is Ninjago a Danish or Canadian show?
It is both! The series is a co-production between The LEGO Group in Denmark and various production houses in Canada (like Wil Film and WildBrain).
