Rock 'n' Roll Damnation
AC/DC Lyrics
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Well, baby, that's tough
They say that you've got too much
Can't get enough
They tell you that you look a fool
Or maybe I'm a fool for you
State that your mind's diseased
Shakey stuff
And it's a rock 'n' roll damnation
Ma's own whipping boy
Rock 'n' roll damnation
Take your chance, while you still got the choice
You say that you want respect
Honey, for what?
For everything that you done for me
Well, uh, thanks a lot
Come on
Get up off your bended knees
You can set your mind at ease
My temperature's runnin' hot
Oh, I been waiting all night for a bite of what you got
And it's a rock 'n' roll damnation
Ma's own whipping boy
Rock 'n' roll damnation
Take a chance while you still got the choice
Oh, it's a hard life
(Damnation) They're putting you down
(Damnation) All over town
(Damnation) 'Cause you're way out of reach
Livin' on the street, you got to practice what you preach
And it's a rock 'n' roll damnation
Ma's own whipping boy
Rock 'n' roll damnation
Take your chance while you still got the choice
(Damnation) You left a happy home
(Damnation) To live on your own
(Damnation) You want to live in sin
(Damnation) It's a rock 'n' roll
(Damnation) Just too fond of the joy
(Damnation) You're a toy for a boy
(Damnation) You got dollars in your eyes
(Damnation) Always chasing the pie in the sky
(Damnation)
Rock 'n' roll (damnation)
The lyrics to AC/DC's "Rock 'N' Roll Damnation" seem to be about the struggle of being a rock musician and the criticism and ridicule they face from society. The first verse speaks to the criticism about playing too loud and having too much, but being unable to get enough. The second half of the verse talks about the criticism of being foolish, but the singer is still devoted to the rock musician they love. The chorus talks about the damnation that comes with being a rock musician and the pressure they face to conform. Despite this, the chorus urges the listener to take a chance while they still have a choice.
The second verse addresses the idea of wanting respect for being a rock musician, but the singer questions what they've done to deserve it. They urge the listener to stand up for themselves and set their mind at ease, while expressing their desire to be with the other person. The third verse speaks to the hardship of being a rock musician, being out of reach and living on the streets. They speak of practicing what they preach and the condemnation that comes with living a "sinful" life. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and various phrases of damnation, emphasizing the difficulty and negativity that often comes with being a rock musician.
Line by Line Meaning
They say that you play too loud
People criticize you for playing your music too loudly
Well baby that's tough
You don't care about their criticism and will continue to play loud music
They say that you got too much
People say you have too much energy and passion for your music
Can't get enough
You love music and can never get enough of it
They tell you that you look a fool
People tell you that you look foolish for your love of music
And baby I'm a fool for you
Despite what people say, you are willing to be a 'fool' for your love of music
They say that your mind's diseased
People criticize your state of mind due to your love of music
Shake your stuff
Despite criticism, you will continue to dance and enjoy your music
[Chorus]
Despite the negativity, you will continue to enjoy rock 'n' roll music
You say that you want respect
You want people to respect your love of music
Honey for what?
You question why you need to earn respect for your music
For everything that you've done for me
You feel that your love of music has given you a lot and deserves respect
Thanks a lot
You are thankful for the opportunities and experiences music has given you
Get up off your bended knees
Don't beg for respect, stand up for yourself
You could set your mind at ease
If you stop worrying about others' opinions, you could be happier
My temperature's running hot
You are excited and energetic from the power of music
I've been waiting all night for a bite of what you got
You are eager to hear more of the powerful music you love
[Chorus]
Despite the struggles, you choose to embrace the rock 'n' roll lifestyle
Damnation, they're puttin' you down
People are criticizing and putting you down for your love of music
Damnation, all over town
This criticism is widespread throughout your community
Damnation, cause you're way outta reach
People believe that you may never achieve success or recognition for your love of music
Livin' on the streets you gotta practice what you preach
In order to truly embrace the rock 'n' roll lifestyle, you must put in hard work and follow through with your beliefs
[Chorus]
Despite the negative consequences, you choose to live your life through rock 'n' roll
Damnation, left a happy home
Your love of music has led you to leave the comfort and security of your home life
Damnation, to live on your own
You now live independently, following the path of rock 'n' roll music
Damnation, you want to live in sin
In order to remain in this lifestyle, you may have to break societal norms and expectations
Damnation, it's a rock 'n' roll damnation
This lifestyle can be seen as a curse, but you still choose to live it
Just a bundle of joy
For you, music is pure happiness and joy
You're a toy for a boy
You may be seen as someone who can be easily manipulated or taken advantage of for your love of music
You got dollars in your eye
Your love of music could potentially lead you astray for monetary gain
Chasin' that pie in the sky
You are pursuing a dream that may be out of reach but you are willing to take the risk
Damnation, rock 'n' roll damnation
Despite everything, your love of rock 'n' roll music will always be a part of you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ronald Belford Scott, Angus Mckinnon Young, Malcolm Mitchell Young
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They say that you play too loud
Well baby that's tough
They say that you got too much
Can't get enough
They tell you that you look a fool
And baby I'm a fool for you
They say that your mind's diseased
Shake your stuff
And it's a rock 'n' roll damnation
Ma's own whippin' boy
Rock 'n' roll damnation
Take a chance while you still got the choice
You say that you want respect
Honey for what?
For everything that you've done for me
Thanks a lot
Get up off your bended knees
You could set your mind at ease
My temperature's running hot
I've been waiting all night for a bite of what you got
And it's a rock 'n' roll damnation
Ma's own whippin' boy
Rock 'n' roll damnation
Take a chance while you still got the choice
Damnation, they're puttin' you down
Damnation, all over town
Damnation, cause you're way outta reach
Livin' on the streets you gotta practice what you preach
And it's a rock 'n' roll damnation
Ma's own whippin' boy
Rock 'n' roll damnation
Take a chance while you still got the choice
Damnation, left a happy home
Damnation, to live on your own
Damnation, you want to live in sin
Damnation, it's a rock 'n' roll
Damnation, just a bundle of joy
Damnation, you're a toy for a boy
Damnation, you got dollars in your eye
Damnation, chasin' that pie in the sky
Damnation, rock 'n' roll
Damnation
@LucavlogsandgamingOFFICIAL
R.I.P Bon Scott. Almost 40 years after your death we still love your music
@ethanpark7635
40 years today....
@Hanzey1966
@@ethanpark7635 He died the Night I became 14 years Young.... Pre Internet the News reached us in the Netherlands the next day, and I was DEVASTATED !! and Cancelled my Bday Party !!
@jimdevon9550
I was 18 I remember the day and what I was doing.
We lost Ian Curtis, Bon Scott and John Lennon that year.
@afreakaboucher1316
41years since his death
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@seancurrey.8279
And always will 🎼🎼🎸😇😇
@robrasmussen1148
One of the greatest rock voices of all time! Love Bon Scott!
@brucew6352
Fucking Right. Rob
@steffenjonda8283
For me - the second best front man ever.... only Freddie beats him in this.
@jailbreak_7944
AC/DC will be ever in my veins. Bon Scott will be ever in my heart.