Roll Away the Stone
Ian Hunter Lyrics


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Baby if you just say you still care
Follow you most anywhere
Roll away the stone, roll away the stone.

And, in the darkest night,
I'll keep you safe and all right
Roll away the stone, roll away the stone
Won't you roll away the stone
Why be cold and so alone?
Won't you roll away the stone
Don't you let it die

No matter if fools say we can't win
I know I'll fall in love again
Roll away the stone, roll away the stone
So sing, we still got a chance
Baby in love and sweet romance
Roll away the stone, roll away the stone

Won't you roll away the stone
Why be cold and so alone?
Won't you roll away the stone
Don't you let it lie

There's a rockabilly party on Saturday night
Are you gonna be there
(Well I got my invite)
Gonna bring your records
(Ohh, will do)
Made it!

Won't you roll away the stone
Why be cold and so alone?
Won't you roll away the stone
Don't you let it die
Come on roll
Come on roll, yeah
Come on roll
I want you to roll




Come on, yeah
Come on roll

Overall Meaning

The song "Roll Away the Stone" by Ian Hunter is a plea for the continuation of a romantic relationship that is in danger of dissipating. The singer implores his partner to express that she still cares for him and to roll away the figurative stone that is preventing the relationship from flourishing. The song includes lyrics that express a desire for the continuation of the relationship, despite what others may think. The singer promises to keep his partner safe and provides numerous invitations for her to "roll away the stone" that is keeping her from expressing her feelings and emotions.


The idea of "rolling away the stone" has several biblical connotations. It is reminiscent of the story of Jesus' resurrection, in which a stone was rolled away from his tomb to allow his resurrection. The singer also uses the imagery of darkness and danger, suggesting that he will protect his partner during difficult times. Overall, the song is a plea for continued love and connection between two people who are struggling to find their way back to each other.


Line by Line Meaning

Baby if you just say you still care
If you simply express that you still have feelings for me


Follow you most anywhere
I'm willing to go wherever you go


Roll away the stone, roll away the stone.
Let's remove any obstacles in our relationship


And, in the darkest night,
Even in the most difficult of times


I'll keep you safe and all right
I'll make sure you're protected and okay


Won't you roll away the stone
Let's work together to overcome our problems


Why be cold and so alone?
Why be distant and lonely?


Don't you let it die
Let's not let our love fade away


No matter if fools say we can't win
Others may doubt us, but it doesn't matter


I know I'll fall in love again
I'm confident that love will come my way again


So sing, we still got a chance
Let's stay optimistic, we can make it work


Baby in love and sweet romance
When we're in love, everything is sweeter


There's a rockabilly party on Saturday night
We have a fun event to go to this weekend


Are you gonna be there
Will you join me?


(Well I got my invite)
(I already received my invitation)


Gonna bring your records
Let's bring our favorite music


(Ohh, will do)
(Sure, I'll do that)


Come on roll
Let's work together


Come on roll, yeah
Let's do this, yeah


I want you to roll
I need you to help me overcome these obstacles


Come on, yeah
Let's do this, together




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Ian Hunter

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Comments from YouTube:

@nemesisnemesis9156

She belts the " oh will do " with authority . Good , very good .

@yesireallyam

looks like he was having fun. good on ya ian!!

@tiarra1963

arresimooooooo...........

@Ventro69

Any reqwes?

@Themanwhocameback2

Sad. Ian being pelted with brutish and stupid demands, and then he gives a rushed and perfunctory rendering of one of his best songs. Watch the TOTP video. Lip synched, but it conveys the joy.

@nemesisnemesis9156

Great Mott !

@loff66

Not cool to call your roadie a bitch.

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