Soul Rockin
Chuck Berry Lyrics
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When the sun sets tomorrow your soul rocking love'll be gone
And I really doubt that I'll be back because I'm taking everything that I own
Bright lights, big city, I am ready, ready, ready for you
Bye-bye, Alma Mater, I've got to see what I can do
Just tell the folks back home I'm on a soul rocking rendezvous
No more yak-a-ty yak-a-ty, farewell, my best to you
You know you kept on teasing me just to see what I would do
Now, I've got a soul rocker baby, see if you can get yourself one, too
Oh, soul rocking, baby, you know you make my head act up
Oh, send me, send me, deliver me into your world
Let me loose, let me live, let me love a soul rocking girl
Chuck Berry's "Soul Rockin" is a tale of moving away from the old life in Missouri and embarking on a new adventure in California. Chuck Berry uses the song to express his desire to move to the big city and leave his past behind. He sings about looking for a new life where he can find success and love.
Berry's lyrics speak to his desire to rock out and live life on his terms. He sings about bright lights, big cities, and a soul-rocking love that he knows is waiting for him. He tells his alma mater that he needs to leave and chase his dreams, and he encourages others to follow his lead and find their own soul rockers.
The lyrics also have an underlying tone of defiance and determination. Berry sings about leaving everything he owns behind and taking a chance on a new life. He tells his former girlfriend that he has found a soul rocker, and encourages her to do the same.
Overall, "Soul Rockin" is a song that celebrates the desire to live life to the fullest and chase your dreams, no matter how challenging they may be.
Line by Line Meaning
Moving out to California, I've been living in Missouri too long
I'm leaving Missouri for California because I've been there too long.
When the sun sets tomorrow your soul rocking love'll be gone
Your love will be gone after tomorrow.
And I really doubt that I'll be back because I'm taking everything that I own
I'm taking everything I own and don't plan to come back.
Bright lights, big city, I am ready, ready, ready for you
I'm ready for the big city and all its opportunities.
Bye-bye, Alma Mater, I've got to see what I can do
Goodbye to my school, I'm off to explore.
Just tell the folks back home I'm on a soul rocking rendezvous
Let my family know I'm on a fun soul music adventure.
No more yak-a-ty yak-a-ty, farewell, my best to you
No more talking, just goodbye and good luck.
You know you kept on teasing me just to see what I would do
You teased me to see my reaction.
Now, I've got a soul rocker baby, see if you can get yourself one, too
I have a soul mate and you should find one for yourself.
Oh, soul rocking, baby, you know you make my head act up
You give me a head rush, soul rocking baby.
Oh, send me, send me, deliver me into your world
Take me into your world and show me your love.
Let me loose, let me live, let me love a soul rocking girl
I want to be free to live and love a soul rocking girl.
Contributed by Harper L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Robert Riddle
Chuck Berry still kicks ass love you Chuck R.I.P.
0011jmha
Heard this for the first time in 1969, got hooked on Chuck Berry forever.
Francisco Martinez
El mejor legado para el rock chuk berry
Jamey Simms
Love this song. He's the shit, the true King of Rock and Roll.
allaboard70
Really one of Chuck Berrys best songs.
on4abh
Pure guitarsound,no boosters,no effects,no studioworks,thats what i like !
Nichoals Dalton
0 dislikes...LETS KEEP IT THAT WAY!!
Alma Carolina Olate
Bye dear Chuck! Rest in peace
Graziella Zorzetto
Alma Carolina Olate n
Santo Sgarlato
He could play anything anytime