We Will Rock You
Axl Rose & Queen Lyrics


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Buddy, you're a boy, make a big noise
Playing in the street, gonna be a big man someday
You got mud on your face, you big disgrace
Kicking your can all over the place, singin'

We will, we will rock you
We will, we will rock you
Buddy, you're a young man, hard man
Shouting in the street, gonna take on the world someday
You got blood on your face, you big disgrace
Waving your banner all over the place

We will, we will rock you (sing it out)
We will, we will rock you

Buddy, you're an old man, poor man
Pleading with your eyes, gonna make you some peace someday
You got mud on your face, big disgrace
Somebody better put you back into your place

We will, we will rock you, sing it
We will, we will rock you, everybody
We will, we will rock you, hmm




We will, we will rock you
Alright

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Axl Rose & Queen's song 'We Will Rock You' speak to the power of music and the impact it can have on people's lives. The song is divided into three parts, each addressing a different phase in a person's life.


In the first part, 'Buddy, you're a boy, make a big noise,' the lyrics speak to youth and the desire to be heard and recognized. The lines 'Playing in the street, gonna be a big man someday' suggest that even though the boy may seem small and insignificant now, he is capable of great things.


The second part of the song is more aggressive, with the lyrics 'Buddy, you're a young man, hard man...' The lines 'Shouting in the street, gonna take on the world someday' suggest that the young man is confident and ready to take on the challenges of the world. The theme of the song continues to be the celebration of standing up for oneself and being powerful.


The final part of the song, 'Buddy, you're an old man, poor man,' seems to depict the end of life when people are looking for peace in their lives. The lines 'Pleading with your eyes, gonna get you some peace someday' suggest a more contemplative and reflective phase of life. However, even in this final phase, the song suggests that music can still be a source of strength and inspiration.


Overall, the lyrics to 'We Will Rock You' emphasize that no matter where an individual is in their life or what they may be going through, the power of music can always uplift and inspire them.


Line by Line Meaning

Buddy, you're a boy, make a big noise
Addressing a young boy and encouraging him to make a big impact on the world.


Playing in the street, gonna be a big man someday
Even though the boy is young and playing around now, he has the potential to become a great man in the future.


You got mud on your face, you big disgrace
The boy's actions may have led to some embarrassment or shame, but it doesn't mean he can't improve and achieve something great.


Kicking your can all over the place, singin'
The boy is carefree and playful, but he can channel that energy into something more productive.


We will, we will rock you
A chant of encouragement and support for the boy to achieve his potential.


Buddy, you're a young man, hard man
Addressing the same boy now as a young man, who has likely faced challenges and struggles along the way.


Shouting in the street, gonna take on the world someday
The young man is full of energy and ambition, and is poised to make his mark on the world.


You got blood on your face, you big disgrace
The young man may have faced challenges and fought hard to get where he is, but he's still standing and ready to take on the world.


Waving your banner all over the place
The young man is confident and proud of who he is, and is willing to show it to the world.


We will, we will rock you, sing it!
A continuation of the chant of encouragement and support, now for the young man as he prepares to take on the world.


Buddy, you're an old man, poor man
The song now turns to an older man who may have had a tougher life and is searching for some peace and contentment.


Pleading with your eyes, gonna get you some peace someday
The older man has faced many struggles and is looking to find a sense of peace and comfort in his life.


You got mud on your face, big disgrace
The older man may have faced many challenges in his life, but he's still fighting and deserves respect and support.


Somebody better put you back into your place, do it!
Despite the older man's struggles, he still needs to be held accountable for his actions and may need someone to set him on the right path.


We will, we will rock you, yeah, yeah, come on
The chant of encouragement and support continues, now for the older man who may need it more than ever.


We will, we will rock you, alright, louder!
An even stronger declaration of support and encouragement for the older man, to help him overcome his struggles and find peace.


We will, we will rock you, one more time
A final chorus of support and encouragement, meant to inspire the older man to keep fighting and overcome his struggles.


We will, we will rock you Yeah
A final exclamation of support and encouragement for all three men, emphasizing the song's overarching theme of supporting and empowering others to achieve their full potential.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Brian Harold May

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@midnightblues9895

Axl has these dance moves that only he would look cool in.

@thelegendofhuman

Yeah

@TheTachibanaSAN

ya.. ur so fuckin true..

@azariathenerd6408

True

@ZyNgInaMo

He got the moves like axl
He got the moves like axl
Hes got the moohoohooovehooves like axl

@yoj312

@Jet Log Yeah Axl's dancing skills are better than Jagger 😂

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@tavastian3288

As always, AXL has such dominating stage presence. One of the greatest frontmen of all time.

@acrocks6893

I don't think so Ronnie James Dio will blow him away

@tavastian3288

@Acrocks68 I didnt say Axl is the greatest, I said one of the greatest. Plenty of room for the great ones there

@mike4auburn91

His voice isn’t as good anymore, but his stage presence is still incredible.

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