Rock Around the Clock
Johnny Farago Lyrics
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Five, six, seven o'clock, eight o'clock rock.
Nine, ten, eleven o'clock, twelve o'clock rock,
We're gonna rock around the clock tonight.
Put your glad rags on and join me hon',
We'll have some fun when the clock strikes one.
We're gonna rock around the clock tonight,
We're gonna rock, rock, rock, 'till broad daylight,
We're gonna rock around the clock tonight.
When the clock strikes two, three and four,
If the band slows down we'll yell for more.
We're gonna rock around the clock tonight,
We're gonna rock, rock, rock, 'till broad daylight,
We're gonna rock around the clock tonight.
When the chimes ring five, six, and seven,
We'll be right in seventh heaven.
We're gonna rock around the clock tonight,
We're gonna rock, rock, rock, 'till broad daylight,
We're gonna rock around the clock tonight.
When it's eight, nine, ten, eleven too,
I'll be goin' strong and so will you.
We're gonna rock around the clock tonight,
We're gonna rock, rock, rock, 'till broad daylight,
We're gonna rock around the clock tonight.
When the clock strikes twelve we'll cool off then,
Start rockin' 'round the clock again.
We're gonna rock around the clock tonight,
We're gonna rock, rock, rock, 'till broad daylight,
We're gonna rock around the clock tonight.
In Johnny Farago's song "Rock Around the Clock," the lyrics follow the repetitive and catchy format of counting off the hours of the day and stating the intention to rock and have a good time all throughout. The singer invites the listener to join them in putting on their "glad rags" or fancy clothes to dance the night away. The repetition of the phrase "we're gonna rock around the clock tonight" emphasizes the excitement and anticipation of the party atmosphere.
As the clock strikes one, the singer assures us that the fun has only just begun. Then, as the night wears on and the hours tick by, the energy of the song amps up, with the promise to "yell for more" if the band slows down. The rhythm and beat of the music reflect the urgency and desire to keep dancing and enjoying the party all night long.
Overall, "Rock Around the Clock" is a classic rock and roll anthem that captures the essence of the youthful exuberance and carefree spirit that characterized the 1950s. The song has endured as a timeless favorite and continues to be played and enjoyed by new generations of music lovers.
Line by Line Meaning
One, two, three o'clock, four o'clock rock,
The song is starting and it's time to start rocking at 1, 2, 3 and 4 o'clock.
Five, six, seven o'clock, eight o'clock rock.
As the night goes on, the party is still going strong at 5, 6, 7 and 8 o'clock.
Nine, ten, eleven o'clock, twelve o'clock rock,
Even late into the night at 9, 10, 11 and 12 o'clock, it's time to rock on and keep the party going.
We're gonna rock around the clock tonight.
Throughout the night, we're going to keep on rocking and having fun.
Put your glad rags on and join me hon',
Get dressed up and come join me, honey.
We'll have some fun when the clock strikes one.
When the clock strikes one, the fun and excitement will begin.
When the clock strikes two, three and four,
Even in the early hours of the morning, if the band slows down, we'll demand more music to keep the party going.
If the band slows down we'll yell for more.
We won't settle for anything less than constant entertainment and music to keep the party rocking.
When the chimes ring five, six, and seven,
As the morning approaches, we're still having a blast and enjoying ourselves at 5, 6 and 7 o'clock.
We'll be right in seventh heaven.
We'll be incredibly happy and carefree throughout the entire night.
When it's eight, nine, ten, eleven too,
Even as the night starts to turn into day, we're still going strong and still enjoying ourselves.
I'll be goin' strong and so will you.
We'll both have the energy to keep going and keep the party alive.
When the clock strikes twelve we'll cool off then,
Once midnight hits, we'll slow down and take a break from all the rocking and dancing.
Start rockin' 'round the clock again.
But then we'll start up again and keep the party going until it's broad daylight.
We're gonna rock, rock, rock, 'till broad daylight,
We're committed to rocking and having a great time until it's time for the sun to come up.
We're gonna rock around the clock tonight.
The song and the party may end eventually, but for now, we're focused on enjoying ourselves and having fun all night long.
Contributed by Stella K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.