Let The
BB King & Bobby Blue Bland Lyrics
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You only live but once
And when you're dead you're done
So let the good times roll
Let the good times roll
I don't care if you're young or old
Get together, let the good times roll
Don't sit there mumblin', talkin' trash
If you wanna have some fun
You gotta spend some cash
So let the good times roll
Let the good times roll
I don't care if you're young or old
Go out and get together, let the good times roll
Don't sit there mumblin', talkin' trash
If you wanna have a ball
You better spend some cash
So let the good times roll
Let the good times roll
Yeah, I don't care if you're young or old
Go out and get together, let the good times roll
Hey Mister Landlord, lock up all the doors
When the police comes around
Just tell them that the joint is closed
And let the good times roll
Let the good times roll
I don't care if you're young or old
Get up and get together and let the good times roll
Hey everybody, tell everybody
That B.B. and Bob is in town
I got a dollar and a quarter
And I'm just rarin' theclown
But don't let nobody play me cheap
I got fifty cents more that I'm gonna keep
I don't care if you're young or old
Let's get together and let the good times roll
Let them roll, let them roll
Let them roll, let them roll, let them roll, baby
Let them roll all night long, let them roll all night long, let them roll all night long
Let them roll all night long
Let them roll, let them roll
Let them roll, let them roll all night long
Let them, can I hear it one more time, everybody
Let them roll, let them roll all night long
Let them roll all night long, let them roll all night long
Oh shit
Oh shit
The song "Let The Good Times Roll" by B.B. King and Bobby Blue Bland is quite an upbeat track that concerns itself with the concept of enjoying oneself while one still can. It encourages people to have fun, whether young or old, because you only live once, and life is short. The song opens with the lyrics "Hey, everybody, let's have some fun, You only live but once, And when you're dead you're done." These lyrics are pretty straightforward and emphasize the idea that it is essential to appreciate every moment and live life to the fullest.
The song's lyrics also touch on the subject of having money to enjoy oneself, as the line "Don't sit there mumblin', talkin' trash, If you wanna have some fun, You gotta spend some cash" suggests. However, it balances its message by later mentioning how necessary it is to keep your eye on your money, emphasizing the line "But don't let nobody play me cheap, I got fifty cents more that I'm gonna keep." The song also mentions the possibility of the police coming around and shutting down the festivities, urging everyone to let the good times roll while they can.
In summary, "Let The Good Times Roll" is an excellent example of a song that emphasizes the importance of living life to the fullest and enjoying oneself while one can. It also acknowledges that money is a requirement but warns against letting others take advantage of you while having fun.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, everybody, let's have some fun
Come on, everyone, let's enjoy ourselves
You only live but once
Life is precious and should be cherished
And when you're dead you're done
Death is final, so make the most of life while you can
So let the good times roll
Let's have a good time
I don't care if you're young or old
Age doesn't matter when it comes to having fun
Get together, let the good times roll
Let's come together and have some fun
Don't sit there mumblin', talkin' trash
Don't be negative or complain, let's enjoy ourselves
If you wanna have some fun
If you want to enjoy yourself
You gotta spend some cash
You need to be willing to spend money to have a good time
Hey Mister Landlord, lock up all the doors
Landlord, close up the place
When the police comes around
If the police come by
Just tell them that the joint is closed
Say that the place is closed
Hey everybody, tell everybody
Spread the word far and wide
That B.B. and Bob is in town
B.B. King and Bobby Blue Bland are in town
I got a dollar and a quarter
I have a small amount of money
And I'm just rarin' the clown
I'm just looking to have fun
But don't let nobody play me cheap
But don't let anyone take advantage of me
I got fifty cents more that I'm gonna keep
I have a little more money that I'm saving
Let them roll, let them roll
Let the good times keep going
Oh shit
An exclamation of surprise or excitement
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: EARL KING
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@sunshineace9174
Greetings from the "Land"
Just an F.Y.I.
The lyrics to this song is NOT true! Sure have some fun
You may only live for once
But when you're dead...
Oh No you're not Done!
It is appointed unto man ONCE to die AND then the judgement.
You are going to spend eternity SOMEWHERE - heaven or hell for ever!!!! You choose.
Be encouraged.
@theodorescott8127
My Mother music right here!! R I P Momma!! Always Love You
@44grannyg
This song was my Father's anthem .....he always wanted us to be together and having a good time!!!!!!
@ronfox5519
Salute too your dad!
@nolabinn2542
I was at this concert. Louisville Kentucky. Palace Theater. Best concert of my life. The entire audience was dancing.
@elizabethhutchinson4595
My dad passed in 2006. He would always play this song! I sing every word and everyone freaks out! My Daddy loved when they would play together. The blues are my best memories!!
@baddawg480
Two of the greatest! I wish I could have seen it live!
@veronica0902
Bobby Bland and BB King are up in the Heavens with the angels letting the good times roll.
@gelmann2
The first blues I heard as a kid was Bobby "Blue" Bland doing "I Pity the Fool" "Turn On Your Love Light" and "Stormy Monday Blues" in 1961 and 1962 they were played on TOP 40 Radio ! !
@MrCJK84
The drummer and bassist create a groove here as deep as the Grand Canyon - damn this sounds great!!!
@MrBeauGator
Can't get enough of these two cats! They both inspired me to be who and what I am...a "True Bluesman"!