Antoine Dominique "Fats" Domino (born February 26, 1928 in New Orleans, Lou… Read Full Bio ↴Antoine Dominique "Fats" Domino (born February 26, 1928 in New Orleans, Louisiana, died October 24, 2017), was a classic R&B and rock and roll singer, songwriter and pianist. He was the best-selling African-American singer of the 1950s and early 1960s whose congenial, non threatening personality allowed him to succeed despite a period of deep-seated racial segregation. Domino is also a pianist with an individualistic bluesy style showing stride and boogie-woogie influences.

In 1986, he was among the first batch to get inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. "Ain't That A Shame" and "Blueberry Hill" were named part of The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame's 500 Songs That Shaped Rock & Roll. In 2004, "Blueberry Hill" was named #81 and "Ain't That A Shame" was named #431 on Rolling Stone's Top 500 Songs Of All Time. In 2004, he was named #25 on Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Artists Of All Time.

In the wake of Domino's rescue from his 9th ward home during 2005's Hurricane Katrina, the Tipitina's Foundation organized a tribute album to the elder artist featuring Robert Plant, Norah Jones, Paul McCartney and numerous other acts that owe a creative debt to this seminal rock n roll pianist.

I Lived My Life
Fats Domino Lyrics

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I live my life to please myself
Don't worry about nobody else
If you love the life you live, live it all by yourself

I go to work, yes every day
But when it's night I long to play
If you love the life you live, live it every day

I try real hard to do what's right

But all the folks done wrong my life
But I love the life I lived and I try to live it right

Overall Meaning

The song "I Lived My Life" by Fats Domino is a celebration of personal freedom and individuality. The message of the song is that one should live life according to their own desires and dreams, without worrying about others' opinions or judgments. The singer of the song reveals that he lives his life to please himself, without concerning himself about what others think or say, and that he is content with the choices he has made. Though he goes to work every day, he longs to play at night, indicating that he finds satisfaction in pursuing his own interests and passions.

The lyrics also note that life has not always been easy for the singer - "all the folks done wrong my life" - but he still loves and embraces his life. This speaks to the resilience and strength of the human spirit, and the ability to find joy and meaning in spite of adversity. Overall, "I Lived My Life" is a hopeful and uplifting song that encourages listeners to be true to themselves and to find happiness on their own terms.

Line by Line Meaning

I live my life to please myself
I prioritize my own happiness and well-being in all aspects of life

Don't worry about nobody else
I do not concern myself with the opinions or expectations of others

If you love the life you live, live it all by yourself
When you truly enjoy and appreciate your own life, you can thrive independently

I go to work, yes every day
I am committed to fulfilling my job responsibilities on a daily basis

But when it's night I long to play
After a long day of work, I look forward to engaging in leisure activities for enjoyment

If you love the life you live, live it every day
When you truly appreciate and enjoy your life, it is important to make the most out of each and every day

I try real hard to do what's right
I make a concerted effort to act morally and ethically in all aspects of my life

But all the folks done wrong my life
Despite my best efforts, other people have caused harm or negativity in my past experiences

But I love the life I lived and I try to live it right
Despite past difficulties, I maintain a positive attitude and make a conscious effort to live my life positively and productively

I Lived My LifeFats Domino Lyrics

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I Lived My Life
Fats Domino Lyrics