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THERE`S GOOD ROCKIN` TONIGHT.
GONNA HOLD MY BABY TIGHT AS I CAN.
TONIGHT SHE`LL KNOW I`M A MIGHTY MAN.
I HEARD THE NEWS,
THERE`S GOOD ROCKIN` TONIGHT.
OH, LEAD ME IN THE ALLEY BEHIND THE BARN.
DON`T BE AFRAID, I`LL DO YOU NO HARM.
`CAUSE TONIGHT I`M GONNA ROCK AWAY ALL MY BLUES
HAVE YOU HEARD THE NEWS,
THERE`S GOOD ROCKIN` TONIGHT.
WELL, ELDER BROWN, DEACON JONES,
THEY `VE EVEN LEFT THEIR HAPPY HOME.
THEY`LL BE THERE, JUST YOU WAIT AND SEE,
A-JUMPIN` AND A-STOMPIN` AT THE JUBILEE.
HEY, MAN, THERE`S GOOD ROCKIN` TONIGHT.
SWEET LORRAINE, SIOUX CITY SUE,
SWEET GEORGIA BROWN, CALDONIA TOO,
THEY`LL BE THERE JUMPIN` LIKE MAD.
HEY, SISTER, AIN`T YOU GLAD.
WE GOT THE NEWS,
THERE`S GOOD ROCKIN` TONIGHT.
The lyrics to Johnny B and The Goodes's song "Good Rockin' Tonight" describe the excitement and anticipation of a night of good music, dancing, and love-making. The singer expresses his determination to hold his significant other tightly and show his strength and passion. He intends to demonstrate his prowess through rocking and dancing the night away — an expression of the exhilaration and joy of the moment.
The song also alludes to the collective experience of this good time through the reference to other people who have left their homes to join in the festivities. In mentioning Elder Brown and Deacon Jones, amongst others, the song captures the universality of music and how it brings different people together to create a sense of unity, even if it is just for a night. The singer requests his "rockin' shoes" to prepare for a night of dance and celebration — a statement that could be viewed as a metaphor for the idea that through music and dance, one can release their inhibitions and fully embrace the moment.
Overall, the lyrics to "Good Rockin' Tonight" capture the essence of a care-free, joyous night filled with music, dancing, and love-making. The song showcases how music can bring people of different backgrounds and experiences together in a shared moment of happiness and freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
I HEARD THE NEWS,
I have received some exciting news,
THERE`S GOOD ROCKIN` TONIGHT.
there is going to be some great rock and roll music tonight.
GONNA HOLD MY BABY TIGHT AS I CAN.
I am going to hold my loved one close throughout the night.
TONIGHT SHE`LL KNOW I`M A MIGHTY MAN.
I will show my partner that I am strong and capable this evening.
I HEARD THE NEWS,
I just heard some more exciting news,
THERE`S GOOD ROCKIN` TONIGHT.
there will be even more fantastic rock and roll music tonight.
OH, LEAD ME IN THE ALLEY BEHIND THE BARN.
Take me to the secluded area behind the barn,
DON`T BE AFRAID, I`LL DO YOU NO HARM.
do not worry, I will not hurt you or anything else.
BABY, BRING MY ROCKIN` SHOES
Bring me my special shoes for dancing and having a good time,
`CAUSE TONIGHT I`M GONNA ROCK AWAY ALL MY BLUES
because tonight I am going to dance away all my worries and troubles.
HAVE YOU HEARD THE NEWS,
Have you also received the exciting news?
THERE`S GOOD ROCKIN` TONIGHT.
There will be some excellent rock and roll music this evening.
WELL, ELDER BROWN, DEACON JONES,
Some specific people, Elder Brown and Deacon Jones,
THEY `VE EVEN LEFT THEIR HAPPY HOME.
have even left their comfortable residence.
THEY`LL BE THERE, JUST YOU WAIT AND SEE,
They will be present, just wait and watch.
A-JUMPIN` AND A-STOMPIN` AT THE JUBILEE.
They'll be jumping and dancing excitedly at the celebration.
HEY, MAN, THERE`S GOOD ROCKIN` TONIGHT.
Wow! There is going to be so much great rock and roll music tonight!
SWEET LORRAINE, SIOUX CITY SUE,
More specific people who will be present, Sweet Lorraine and Sioux City Sue,
SWEET GEORGIA BROWN, CALDONIA TOO,
as well as Sweet Georgia Brown and Caldonia,
THEY`LL BE THERE JUMPIN` LIKE MAD.
They will be jumping and dancing like crazy.
HEY, SISTER, AIN`T YOU GLAD.
Hey, sister, aren't you excited as well?
WE GOT THE NEWS,
We are also aware of the great news,
THERE`S GOOD ROCKIN` TONIGHT.
there will be a great time to be had with rock and roll music this evening.
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Written by: ROY (USA) BROWN
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