Blues Power
Derek and the Dominos Lyrics


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One, two, three, four

Bet you didn't think I knew how to rock n' roll

Lord, I got the boogie-woogie right down in my very soul

Ain't no need for me to be a wallflower
'Cause now I'm living on blues power

Knew all the time but now I'm gonna let you know

I got the boogie-woogie right down in my very soul

Ain't no need for me to be a wallflower

'Cause now I'm living on blues power

That you didn't think I knew how to rock n' roll

Lord, I got the boogie-woogie right down in my very soul

Ain't no need for me to be a wallflower

'Cause now I'm living on blues power

All the time but now I'm gonna let you know

I gotta keep on rocking, no matter if it's fast or slow

Ain't gonna stop until the twenty-fifth hour





'Cause now I'm living on blues power

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Blues Power" by Derek and the Dominos are a lively declaration of the singer's love for rock and roll, blues, and their soulful combination. The opening lines of the song, "Bet you didn't think I knew how to rock n' roll, Lord, I got the boogie-woogie right down in my very soul," are a bold assertion of the singer's musical prowess. Likewise, the line, "Ain't no need for me to be a wallflower,'Cause now I'm living on blues power," reveals the newfound confidence that the singer has in himself and his craft.


Throughout the song, the singer repeatedly emphasizes his love for the boogie-woogie and his commitment to blues power. He sings, "Knew all the time but now I'm gonna let you know, I gotta keep on rocking, no matter if it's fast or slow, Ain't gonna stop until the twenty-fifth hour.'Cause now I'm living on blues power." These lyrics imply that for the singer, nothing is more important than his love for music, and he will continue playing it until the end.


In essence, "Blues Power" is a song that conveys the message of staying true to oneself and one's passions. It embodies the soulful merge of rock and blues that was heavily influenced by Eric Clapton's style. Ultimately, the song is a timeless anthem that celebrates the power of music and its ability to inspire and uplift the human spirit.


Line by Line Meaning

One, two, three, four
Counting off for the start of the song.


Bet you didn't think I knew how to rock n' roll
Saying that others may be surprised that they can indeed rock and roll.


Lord, I got the boogie-woogie right down in my very soul
Expressing how deeply rooted the love for blues and rock and roll is within the artist.


Ain't no need for me to be a wallflower
Implying that there is no reason to be passive or shy when it comes to enjoying music.


'Cause now I'm living on blues power
Emphasizing that they live for the feeling of blues and rock and roll.


Knew all the time but now I'm gonna let you know
Feeling that others were unaware of how much they love the music, but they are now making it known.


I got the boogie-woogie right down in my very soul
Stating once again how Blues and Rock and Roll are a part of them.


All the time but now I'm gonna let you know
Reiterating that the love for Blues and Rock and Roll has always been there but is now surfacing.


I gotta keep on rocking, no matter if it's fast or slow
Expressing the desire to keep enjoying the music without slowing down or stopping.


Ain't gonna stop until the twenty-fifth hour
Not intending to stop regardless of how long they have been rocking and enjoying blues music.


'Cause now I'm living on blues power
Concluding that Blues Power is a vital part of their life.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LEON RUSSELL, ERIC PATRICK CLAPTON

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