Keep On Truckin'
Eddie Kendricks Lyrics


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Ooh...
Ooh...
Ooh...

Keep on truckin', baby
I got to keep on truckin'
Got to get to your good lovin'
Huh...huh...huh...huh...huh...

Shame
A double shame on me, yeah
Love
Love, I let it control me, yeah

From just one kiss I am inspired
To lovers in time there's a fire

And I'll keep on truckin', baby
I got to keep on truckin'
I got to get to your good lovin'
Huh...huh...huh...huh...huh...

Baby, its bad
It's so hard to bear
Yes, babe
You're hard to bear

I've got a fever rising with desire
It's my love jones and I feel like I'm on fire

And I'll keep on keep on truckin', baby
I got to keep on truckin'
Got to get to your good lovin'
Huh...huh...huh...huh...huh...

Feelin' good
No, you can't stop the feelin'
No, you can't stop the feelin'
No, not now

Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh

Keep on truckin' on
Keep on truckin' on
Keep on truckin'

Keep on truckin' on
Keep on truckin'

Yes, I've got a fever rising with desire
It's my love jones and I feel like I'm on fire

And I'll keep on keep on truckin', baby

I'm the red ball express of lovin'
Diesel-powered straight to you, I'm truckin'
In old Temptation's rain, I'm duckin'
For your love through sleet and snow, I'm truckin', ooh

I'm the red ball express of lovin'
Diesel-powered straight to you, I'm truckin'
In old Temptation's rain, I'm duckin'
For your love through sleet and snow, I'm truckin'

Ain't nothin' holdin' me back nothin'
I'll keep right on, right on truckin'
Ain't nothin' holdin' me back nothin'
I'll keep right on, right on truckin'





Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, truckin'
Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, truckin'

Overall Meaning

The song “Keep on Truckin” by Eddie Kendricks is a motivational and upbeat song about the determination and perseverance one must have in life. The song begins with Eddie Kendricks repeating “ooh” before being joined by a rhythmic clapping sound. This establishes the catchy rhythm for the rest of the song. The first verse contains the repeating phrase, “Keep on truckin’ baby / I got to keep on truckin’ / Got to get to your good lovin’” which emphasizes the importance of continuing on despite any obstacles in order to reach the ultimate goal.


The second verse dives into the cause of the singer’s obstacles, which is love. Eddie sings, “Shame, a double shame on me, yeah / Love, love I let it control me, yeah” which shows how love can cause one to be distracted from achieving their goals. However, the chorus repeats the same phrase as in the beginning, “I got to keep on truckin’ / Got to get to your good lovin’” to remind the listener to stay determined in pursuing their desires. The song ends with the singer declaring that there is nothing holding him back, and he will keep on truckin’.


Line by Line Meaning

Keep on truckin', baby
Continue moving forward, my dear


I got to keep on truckin'
I must keep progressing


Got to get to your good lovin'
I must reach your love


Shame
Regret and disappointment


A double shame on me, yeah
I am disappointed and regretful twice


Love
Strong romantic feelings


Love, I let it control me, yeah
Romantic feelings overwhelmed me


From just one kiss I am inspired
A single kiss fills me with inspiration


To lovers in time there's a fire
Love between lovers is intense over time


Baby, its bad
This situation is unfavorable


It's so hard to bear
It's difficult to endure


Yes, babe
Indeed, my dear


You're hard to bear
You are difficult to tolerate


I've got a fever rising with desire
My passion is intensifying


It's my love jones and I feel like I'm on fire
My strong romantic desire is burning within me


Feelin' good
I'm experiencing positive emotions


No, you can't stop the feelin'
These positive emotions can't be halted


Keep on truckin' on
Continue to move forward


Yes, I've got a fever rising with desire
My passion is intensifying


I'm the red ball express of lovin'
I'm the fastest, most direct route to love


Diesel-powered straight to you, I'm truckin'
I'm moving swiftly straight to you


In old Temptation's rain, I'm duckin'
I'm dodging difficult temptations


For your love through sleet and snow, I'm truckin', ooh
I'm determined to reach your love even in the toughest of conditions


Ain't nothin' holdin' me back nothin'
There is nothing stopping me


I'll keep right on, right on truckin'
I will persist in moving forward


Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, truckin'
I'm continuing to move forward


Keep on truckin'
Continue moving forward


Keep on truckin'
Continue moving forward




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANITA POREE, FRANK WILSON, FRANK EDWARD WILSON, LEONARD CASTON

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@robjones2408

A great, great song from the Golden Age of Soul before disco sucked
the lifeblood out of it. 1973 was a peak year with Stevie, Sly, Detroit Emeralds
Chairman Of The Board etc.

This was a classic. Eddie was at the peak of his powers with this majestic
epic. The sheer classiness of the musicianship beggars belief.
Back then, people took it for granted.

Forty-six years later, I am in awe.

Damn, these guys could play!



All comments from YouTube:

@flintdavis2

My niece is battling cancer, I sent her this song for inspiration. 🙏🏾 Keep on Trucking Sara.

@gardensofthegods

Please tell me your niece is alive and doing really well and thriving please

@sallyannevalenza3222

Dear Sara, Believe GOD IS Going To Heal U .U Must Believe Read The BIBLE Isiah chapter 53vers 5 Pray And U Will Received A Miracle.

@yournotthatimportant1032

God bless

@theronedawson3236

I am praying that she is still trucking.

@gardensofthegods

Flint , please give your niece the all-natural
BLUSH WOOD
BERRY
It is the only thing known on the planet to attack cancer cells especially tumors and to dissolve them very quickly .
And it tastes good sort of like chocolate berry .
I had a large lump on my bicep and it was very painful but I don't have health insurance right now .
I took the blush wood berry ... and within a month the lump was completely gone .
I also take it several times a week as a cancer preventive .

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@bluetopguitar1104

I'm a rock guy from the 70s but that bass line groove is undeniable.

@gardensofthegods

Outta' Space by Billy Preston was a great one back in the day also really funky and all instrumental ... great music !

@DRLEWIS

The base is righteousness

@claudiogomes8232

mirou bem no peito amigos

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