Around And Around
Bruce Springsteen Lyrics


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They say the joint was rockin'
a goin' 'round and round
Yeah reelin' and a rockin' what a crazy sound
Well they never stopped rockin' till the moon went down

Oh it sounds so sweet I gotta take me a chance
Rose out of my seat just had to dance
Started movin' my feet well a clappin' my hands
Well the joint started

Rockin' Going 'Round and around
Yeah reelin' and a rockin' what a crazy sound
A well they never stopped rockin' till the moon went down

Twelve o'clock
Well the place as packed
Front doors was locked
Well the place was packed
When the police knocked
Both doors flew back
But they kept on a ....





Oh they kept on a....

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Bruce Springsteen's "Around and Around" describe a wild party where the attendees are dancing and enjoying the music to the point where they can't stop. The lyrics state that the joint, which most likely refers to a club or venue, was "rockin'" and "goin' 'round and round." The phrase "reelin' and a rockin'" emphasizes how much the people were enjoying themselves, and the line "Well they never stopped rockin' till the moon went down" suggests that the party was a late-night affair. The lyrics also describe the singer's own experience at the party, with the phrase "Oh it sounds so sweet I gotta take me a chance" implying that he was initially hesitant to dance but eventually gave in to the music. The final lines of the song describe the arrival of the police, who made everyone leave the venue.


Despite its apparent simplicity, "Around and Around" is actually a cover of a Chuck Berry song of the same name. Berry's original version was released in 1958, and it became one of his best-known hits. Springsteen's cover was recorded in 1977 during his sessions for the "Darkness on the Edge of Town" album, but it was ultimately left off the final tracklisting. Instead, it was released as a B-side to the single "The Promised Land." The song has remained a fan favorite, however, and is often included in Springsteen's live setlists.


Line by Line Meaning

They say the joint was rockin'
According to rumors, the party was wild and lively


a goin' 'round and round
The partygoers were dancing in circles


Yeah reelin' and a rockin' what a crazy sound
The music was loud, fast-paced, and causing a frenzy


Well they never stopped rockin' till the moon went down
The party kept going all night long


Oh it sounds so sweet I gotta take me a chance
The music was so good that the artist felt compelled to join the party


Rose out of my seat just had to dance
The singer got up to dance immediately


Started movin' my feet well a clappin' my hands
The singer began dancing and applauding


Well the joint started Rockin' Going 'Round and around
The party became more lively and energetic


Twelve o'clock
It was midnight


Well the place as packed
The venue was full of people


Front doors was locked
The doors were closed and sealed


Well the place was packed
The venue was crowded with partygoers


When the police knocked
Law enforcement arrived


Both doors flew back
The police forcefully entered the venue


But they kept on a....
The partygoers continued to dance and party despite the police's arrival




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@songs-80s

"暗闇の中でのダンス"

私は夕方に起きます
そして、私は何も言うことはありません
朝家に帰ります
同じ気持ちで寝ます
疲れただけじゃない
男私はただ疲れていて、自分自身に退屈しています
Hey there baby 少しだけ助けてあげられるよ

火を起こすことはできません
火花がないと火を起こすことはできません
この銃はレンタル用です
暗闇の中でただ踊っていても

メッセージはより明確になります
ラジオがオンになっていて、私は自分の場所を移動しています。
鏡で自分の姿を確認する
服も髪も顔も変えたい
どうにもならない男
私はこのようなダンプに住んでいます
どこかで何かが起こっている
ベイビー、そこにいることを知っているだけ

火を起こすことができない
火花がなければ火を起こすことはできない
この銃はレンタル用です
暗闇の中でただ踊っていても

あなたは年を取ると座って
冗談があります、ここのどこかで、それは私にあります
この世界を肩から振り払う
歌詞の意味: 赤ちゃんに来てください。

この街の通りにいて
そして、彼らはあなたをうまく切り刻むでしょう
彼らはあなたが空腹のままでなければならないと言います
Hey baby 今夜はもうお腹が空くよ
私はいくつかのアクションのために死にます
この本を書こうとしてここに座っているのはもううんざりだ
愛のリアクションが欲しい
さあ、ベイビーギミー一目だけ

傷ついた心に泣いて座って火を起こすことはできない
この銃はレンタル用です
暗闇の中でただ踊っていても
あなたの小さな世界が崩壊することを心配して火を起こすことはできません
この銃はレンタル用です
暗闇の中でただ踊っていても
暗闇の中でただ踊っていても
暗闇の中でただ踊っていても



All comments from YouTube:

@juliopontigo6971

A 1980 hit is still a hit in 2024. Anyone agree?

@riyer5030

1984

@imelmunthe3485

❤ i still listen

@Neyolia.

agreed.

@chrisgonzalez9809

Yes

@venusleoz826

Agree!

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@jerrynavratil2629

My wife and I are now 75 n 76 yrs old and every time this song comes on she gets up and dances like she's 20 yrs old is terrific and I'm playing the drums on the table like I know what I'm doing thank you Bruce for a great song

@helenehamon1237

Greetings from France ❤

@josiereedus45

Greetings from Germany!😍💖

@robertwagner8544

@@josiereedus45 So süß...and more greetings from Germany!

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