Mambo Rock
Bill Hayley and The Comets Lyrics


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Hey mambo, mambo rock
Hey mambo, mambo rock
Hey mambo, mambo rock
Everybody's doing it, mambo rock

There's an island in the Caribbean Sea
Where the natives dance and rock with plea
The mambo dance in a different way
They do the crazy mambo rock all day

Hey mambo, mambo rock
Hey mambo, mambo rock
Hey mambo, mambo rock
Everybody's doing it, mambo rock

Where the waves roll up on the golden sand
Grab your chick right by the hand
You can clap and stamp your feet
To that crazy rockin' mambo beat
Oh, hey mambo, mambo rock

Hey mambo, mambo rock
Hey mambo, mambo rock
Everybody's doing it, mambo rock

Through the red hot day and the cool-cool night
When the mambo moon is shining bright
They love to dance around the clock
To that crazy rockin' mambo beat

Hey mambo, mambo rock
Hey mambo, mambo rock
Hey mambo, mambo rock
Everybody's doing it, mambo rock

Hey mambo, mambo rock
Hey mambo, mambo rock




Hey mambo, mambo rock
Everybody's doing it, mambo rock

Overall Meaning

The song "Mambo Rock" by Bill Haley and The Comets was released in 1955 and is a blend of rock and roll and mambo music. The lyrics describe the popularity of a dance style called the "crazy mambo rock," which is said to be performed on an island in the Caribbean Sea. The song encourages listeners to join in on the trend and dance along to the "crazy rockin' mambo beat."


The lyrics paint a picture of a fun-loving and carefree atmosphere on the island, where people dance the days and nights away to the music. The reference to the "mambo moon" also adds to the exotic and magical imagery. The upbeat tempo and catchy chorus make the song a classic party anthem, which is still enjoyed and danced to decades later.


Overall, the song is a celebration of music, dance, and joy. It is a reminder that sometimes we need to let loose and enjoy life, especially in difficult times. The song's enduring popularity is a testament to its universal appeal and infectious energy.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey mambo, mambo rock
Let's all embrace the joy and energy of the mambo rock!


Everybody's doing it, mambo rock
The mambo rock is so popular that everyone is dancing to it!


There's an island in the Caribbean Sea
This exciting type of music originated in a beautiful tropical location.


Where the natives dance and rock with plea
The people who live there love to dance and express themselves through music.


The mambo dance in a different way
Their unique style of dancing sets them apart from other cultures.


They do the crazy mambo rock all day
Their love for music and dance is so strong that they can't stop moving to the beat!


Where the waves roll up on the golden sand
This beautiful beach location is the perfect setting to dance to the mambo rock.


Grab your chick right by the hand
Take your partner's hand and let's dance together!


You can clap and stamp your feet
We can get even more involved in the music by clapping and stomping along with the beat.


To that crazy rockin' mambo beat
The music is so lively and exciting that it's impossible not to dance!


Through the red hot day and the cool-cool night
Day or night, the mambo rock is perfect for any time of day.


When the mambo moon is shining bright
Even under the moonlight, the mambo rock shines bright!


They love to dance around the clock
Dancing is a way of life for these passionate people who can dance all day and night.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, BROADWAY MUSIC CORPORATION
Written by: Ayre, Phillips, Reichner

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Comments from YouTube:

@richardsoh1707

It is refreshing to be given a chance to listen Bill Haley's songs, it brings back memories of my teenage days, Thank U very much?

@verlen6549

Это первый рок, услышанный нами в Союзе начала 60-тых. С тех пор прошло через пространство и время великое множество мелодий, но эта осталась в памяти навсегда. Она возвращает меня в лучшие годы моей жизни.
Спасибо. Лайк и подписка на канал в надежде услышать ещё что-то интересное.

@filmemacherLOHADO

I was 15 years , at the last time I rember often an this early times, it was great music for us. But no for my parents.

@ronaldreagan8249

MY DAD GAVE ME THIS RECORD ON A 45 FLIPSIDE TO ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK AT APROX 4 YEARS OLD WAS MY ONLY RECORD TILL AGE 9 IT SET ME ON MY LOVE FOR ROCK AND ROLL OH HOW MUSIC HAS DETERIORATED SINCE THIS BEAUTY

@peterfazekas1944

I was born in 1980 but I love this style 🇭🇺

@nabihamid6094

the best

@genyridonate4418

Love for you dear Bill

@DJ-vh4fq

I was 2 years old when this song hit the charts. We had a new house built june 1953 and I had been born in August. My mom told me years later that when Mambo Rock came on the radio, I dropped my little legs outside of the playpen I was in, and drove that thing around the living room. Problem is, it wouldn't fit down the hall, but that did not stop me from trying. Hence, years later when I asked her where all those chips came from on the edge of the hall, she blamed it on me and the "Mambo Rock". Oh the Good Old Days!

@Clara-iy4vt

Aww....what a great story. I can see why you tried to "boogie" on down. Love this song. x

@ynjbkmhuboquealpiasanzj7043

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