Rock Me Baby
Bloomfield Hammond Dr.John Lyrics


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You may call me a rollin' stone, I'm a free born man and I stand alone
I come a-lookin' for a little satisfaction
I don't drive no Cadillac, What I've got's hangin' on my back
I do believe in a physical attraction
I can warm your coldest nights, I'll make everything alright

Ooooh rock me baby, make me feel that beat
I said ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh rock me baby right down to my feet
I said ah-ah-ah-ah rock me baby, hold me oh so tight
I said woooh rock me baby, rock me through the night
Hey you better hold me while you can
Or you're gonna lose your midnight man
Rock me, rock-n-roll me, yeah

I was twelve when I left home, Ever since I've been-a on my own
I come a lookin' for a little recreation
Guess I'll never settle down, It's always been just-a one more town
While I've looked from coast to coast across the nation
I can't promise I'll be true, But I'll see what I can do

Ooooh rock me baby, let me feel that beat
I said ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh rock me baby right down to my feet
I said ah-ah-ah-ah rock me baby, hold me oh so tight
I said wooh-ooh-ooh-ooh rock me baby, rock me through the night
Hey you better hold me while you can
Or you're gonna lose your midnight man
Rock me, rock-n-roll me baby

Come on and rock me, come here and shock me
Get down woman, mmmm, come on and squeeze me
Oooh you sure do please me, alright woman
Oh rock me, rock me, hold me, right the beat
I said ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh baby right down to my feet
I said ro-o-o-o-rock me baby, hold me oh so tight
I said wooh-ooh-ooh-ooh rock me baby, rock me through the night
Hey you better hold me while you can




Or you're gonna lose your midnight man
Rock me, rock'n'roll me woman

Overall Meaning

The singer in Bloomfield Hammond Dr. John's song "Rock Me Baby" is a self-professed rolling stone who values his freedom and thrives off of physical attraction. He claims he doesn't drive a fancy car, but he possesses something much more valuable: the ability to provide physical and emotional satisfaction to his lover. He invites her to rock him, promising to reciprocate the pleasure by rocking her right down to her feet. He warns her to hold onto him while she can, or she'll lose her "midnight man."


The singer's origin story is revealed in the second verse, where he discloses that he left home at the age of twelve and has been on the move ever since. He's constantly seeking new experiences and isn't interested in settling down in one place. He's traveled all over the country, and while he can't guarantee his fidelity, he's willing to try. He repeats his plea to be rocked, emphasizing the importance of physical touch and connection.


Overall, "Rock Me Baby" is a song about the importance of physical gratification and connection, with a hint of ambiguity regarding the singer's intentions and ability to commit.


Line by Line Meaning

You may call me a rollin' stone, I'm a free born man and I stand alone
I am a wanderer, independent and I don't need anyone to support me.


I come a-lookin' for a little satisfaction
I am looking for pleasure or gratification.


I don't drive no Cadillac, What I've got's hangin' on my back
I don't have a luxurious car or any other possessions, but I carry everything I need with me.


I do believe in a physical attraction
I am attracted to a person's physical features and appearance.


I can warm your coldest nights, I'll make everything alright
I can make you feel warm and comfortable, and I can fix any problem you have.


Ooooh rock me baby, make me feel that beat
Rock me and let me feel the rhythm.


I said ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh rock me baby right down to my feet
Rock me so hard that I can feel it throughout my body.


I said ah-ah-ah-ah rock me baby, hold me oh so tight
Hold me tightly while you rock me.


I said woooh rock me baby, rock me through the night
Rock me all night long.


Hey you better hold me while you can
Take advantage of the opportunity to be with me while you have it.


Or you're gonna lose your midnight man
If you don't grab me now, you might not get another chance.


I was twelve when I left home, Ever since I've been-a on my own
I left home at a young age, and I have been self-sufficient ever since.


I come a lookin' for a little recreation
I am looking for some fun and entertainment.


Guess I'll never settle down, It's always been just-a one more town
I don't think I will ever stay in one place for long, and I will always move from place to place.


While I've looked from coast to coast across the nation
I have traveled extensively throughout the country.


I can't promise I'll be true, But I'll see what I can do
I cannot guarantee that I will be faithful, but I will try my best.


Come on and rock me, come here and shock me
Rock me and give me a jolt of excitement.


Get down woman, mmmm, come on and squeeze me
Get closer to me and embrace me.


Oooh you sure do please me, alright woman
You make me feel good, woman.


Oh rock me, rock me, hold me, right the beat
Rock me and keep the rhythm.


I said ro-o-o-o-rock me baby, hold me oh so tight
Rock me and hold me tightly.


Hey you better hold me while you can
You should hold me while you have the chance.


Or you're gonna lose your midnight man
Otherwise, you will miss out on being with me all night long.


Rock me, rock'n'roll me woman
Rock me and let me experience the excitement of rock and roll.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: PEGGY CLINGER, JOHNNY CYMBAL

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