Rock And Roll
Billy Sherwood/Michael White/Steve Lukather/Vinnie Colaiuta Lyrics
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Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
(Rock n' roll!)
Singin' with you.
Singin' with you.
Singin' with you (Uh!)
Oh my gosh!
(Rock n' roll!)
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rude boy bass, mash up the place
Singin' with you.
Singin' with you.
Singin' with you.
You can eat shit and fuckin'
And fuck you.
(Rock n' roll!)
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
Rock n' roll.
I'm Ben Taylor, rock n' roll.
Good people, good times, right on.
Rock n' roll, Kid Smith is fun to say
Kid Smith, yeah!
Kid Smith will take you to the mountain!
Rock n' roll!
You have technicians here, making noise.
No one is a musician.
They are not artists because no one can play the guitar.
The lyrics of this song are pretty straightforward and repetitive, with the main message being that the singer is thrilled to be reunited with their friends to play some rock n' roll. There's also a bit of profanity thrown in there, seemingly as a way to stir up some rebellious and aggressive energy. Beyond these surface-level meanings, it's tough to say if there's much depth to the lyrics themselves. However, it's possible that the repetition of the phrase "Rock n' roll" is a nod to the genre's roots as a simple and straightforward style of music that's rooted in allowing people to let loose and have a good time. The idea of playing music with friends is also a common theme in rock music, so it's likely that this song is just a celebration of that camaraderie and the joy of making music with others.
As for the music itself, "Rock and Roll" is a high-energy and fast-paced instrumental track that showcases the impressive musicianship of the artists involved. The four musicians involved in creating the track are all incredibly talented, and they each get a chance to show off their skills throughout the song. The track is driven by a catchy guitar riff, with the rhythm section providing a tight and punchy foundation. There are several solos throughout the song, with each musician taking turns to showcase their chops. The song has a bit of a classic rock vibe, with nods to the likes of Led Zeppelin and other rock giants from the 70s.
Overall, "Rock and Roll" is a fun and catchy instrumental track that's likely to get listeners pumped up and energized. While the lyrics themselves aren't particularly deep or meaningful, the song's celebration of the joy of making music with friends is a sentiment that's likely to resonate with many people. For those who appreciate impressive musicianship and high-energy rock music, "Rock and Roll" is definitely worth a listen.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello again, to all my friends, together we can play some rock n' roll.
This is a greeting to all friends and an invitation to play and enjoy rock n' roll music together.
Rock n' roll.
Expression of enthusiasm and passion towards the music genre of rock n' roll.
Singin' with you.
Participating and enjoying singing and performing rock n' roll music with the friend(s) addressed.
Oh my gosh!
Expression of surprise/ excitement towards the awesomeness of rock n' roll music.
Rude boy bass, mash up the place
The bass sound, often associated with reggae music, is being mixed and blended with rock n' roll music to create a unique and unconventional sound.
You can eat shit and fuckin'
And fuck you.
This line is not insightful/ detailed and contains offensive language. It doesn't add any value to the song lyrics or the meaning of the song.
I'm Ben Taylor, rock n' roll.
Introducing oneself as Ben Taylor, who is associated with rock n' roll music.
Good people, good times, right on.
An expression of positivity and good vibes associated with enjoying and playing rock n' roll music in the company of good people.
Kid Smith is fun to say
Kid Smith, yeah!
Kid Smith will take you to the mountain!
This section isn't insightful or detailed, and is most likely added in the song for the fun and enjoyment of using the phrase 'Kid Smith' in rock n' roll context.
You have technicians here, making noise.
This line highlights the difference between technicians, who work on the technical aspects of music, and musicians who create and perform music. Technicians may produce sound, but they're not musicians.
No one is a musician.
This line emphasizes the idea that only those who can play the guitar or other musical instruments are true musicians.
They are not artists because no one can play the guitar.
This line further echoes the idea that playing the guitar or other musical instruments, i.e., learning and mastering a skill, is essential to becoming a true artist or musician, instead of being just a noise maker.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Paul Jones, John Bonham
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