Let The Good Times Roll
BB King Friends 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
In the song "Let The Good Times Roll," BB King and Bobby Bland urge people to forget their worries and enjoy the moment. The song is about having fun with friends and making the most of life, as it says in the opening lines, "Hey, everybody, let's have some fun / You only live but once / And when you're dead you're done." The lyrics encourage people to let loose and enjoy themselves regardless of their age, "I don't care if you're young or old / Get together, let the good times roll."
The song also talks about money and spending to have a good time, "Don't sit there mumblin', talkin' trash / If you wanna have some fun / You gotta spend some cash." The chorus of the song repeats "let the good times roll" as a mantra for listeners to dance and enjoy life. Additionally, the song suggests breaking the rules to continue having a good time, "Hey Mister Landlord, lock up all the doors / When the police comes around / Just tell them that the joint is closed." The song concludes with the repetition of the phrase "let them roll" as an invitation to keep the good times going.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, everybody, let's have some fun
Come on people, let's have some fun
You only live but once
Life is short, make the most of it
And when you're dead you're done
Death is inevitable, enjoy 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, let's all have fun
Get together, let the good times roll
Let's all come together and enjoy ourselves
Don't sit there mumblin', talkin' trash
Stop complaining and be a part of the fun
If you wanna have some fun
If you want to enjoy yourself
You gotta spend some cash
You have to be willing to spend money
Hey Mister Landlord, lock up all the doors
Let's party hard without interruption
When the police comes around
When the authority shows up
Just tell them that the joint is closed
Cover up the party by pretending it's over
Hey everybody, tell everybody
Spread the word
That B.B. and Bob is in town
BB and Bobby are here to have a good time
I got a dollar and a quarter
I don't have much money
And I'm just rarin' to clown
But I'm ready to have fun
But don't let nobody play me cheap
Don't try to cheat me
I got fifty cents more that I'm gonna keep
I have a little money left and I'm not spending it all
Let them roll, let them roll
Keep the good times going
Let them roll all night long, let them roll all night long, let them roll all night long
Let's party all night
Oh shit
an exclamation to emphasize the exciting and fun time
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: EARL KING
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lesmartinsings
I think sometimes we forget that BB had a voice that many vocalists would die for. And that guitar sings like no other
@moorerobin1568
I'm 61 and if I could have played this song at my father's funeral who recently passed, I would have. This was his favorite song!
@papa62old
I am 66 yrs. of age and I have listened to BB King for most of those years and have always found his music to be the finest blues there is and ever was. When I was 16 and playing the Beatles and Stones he still was an influence in my style of playing. One has to love Mr. King.
@bakura306
Hope you're still vibing and feeling the blues 8 years later sir! And hope you are well.
@janetchavez4776
Me too. Love this man. Also James Brown and Ray Charles. So lucky to have been able to see them in person...back in the day.
@brandenbjs
Respect💪🏿
@HattoriHanzo62
I had the opportunity to see him live in my home town Torino (Italy) in July 1995. What a night!
@carmenruotolo3754
he was also an inspiration to the Beatles & Stones.
The King is my absolute all time favorite.
@mrrandomdude4291
I´ll be damned if this song wasn´t the best thing in mafia 2.
@nelejaruschowitz5856
omg so true!! :D