Jailhouse Rock
Jon Robyns Lyrics
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Prison band was there and they began to wail.
The Band was jumping and the join began to swing.
You should have heard those knocked out jailbirds sing.
Let's Rock.
Everybody, let's rock.
Everybody on the whole Cell Block was dancing to the Jailhouse Rock.
Little Joe was blowing on the slide trombone.
The drummer boy from Illinois went crash boom bang.
The whole rhythm section was the purple gang.
Let's Rock.
Everybody, let's rock.
Everybody on the whole Cell Block was dancing to the Jailhouse Rock.
Number 47 said to number 3
You're the cutest jailbird i ever did see.
I sure would be delighted with your company.
C'mon and do the jailhouse rock with me.
Let's Rock.
Everybody, let's rock.
Everybody on the whole Cell Block was dancing to the Jailhouse Rock.
Woah!
Let's Rock.
Everybody, let's rock.
Everybody on the whole Cell Block was dancing to the Jailhouse Rock.
Was dancing to the Jailhouse Rock!
Was Dancing to the Jailhouse Rock!
And we were dancing to the Jailhouse House Rock.
Ooh, yeah!
The lyrics to "Jailhouse Rock" by Jon Robyns describe a lively party that takes place in a county jail. The warden decides to throw a celebration, and the prison band starts playing, creating a vibrant and swinging atmosphere. The "knocked out jailbirds" join in and begin singing along to the music, while everyone on the whole cell block dances to the infectious rhythm of the Jailhouse Rock.
The song goes on to mention specific members of the band, Spider Murphy on tenor saxophone and Little Joe on slide trombone. The drummer boy from Illinois adds to the energetic beats with his crashing and banging. The entire rhythm section, known as the purple gang, completes the ensemble and contributes to the lively party atmosphere.
In the final verse, Number 47 expresses his admiration for Number 3, calling her the cutest jailbird he's ever seen. He invites her to join him in doing the jailhouse rock, suggesting a playful and flirtatious interaction between the two.
Overall, the lyrics of "Jailhouse Rock" depict a scene of inmates letting loose and finding joy in music and dance, even within the confines of a prison.
Line by Line Meaning
The Warden threw a party in the county jail.
The person in charge organized a celebration in the local prison.
Prison band was there and they began to wail.
A musical group formed by the inmates started playing passionately.
The Band was jumping and the join began to swing.
The band became energetic, and the atmosphere became lively and enjoyable.
You should have heard those knocked out jailbirds sing.
The imprisoned individuals sang with such great talent and enthusiasm that it was remarkable to witness.
Let's Rock.
Let's engage in an exciting and energetic form of music.
Everybody, let's rock.
Everyone, join in and participate in this vibrant musical experience.
Everybody on the whole Cell Block was dancing to the Jailhouse Rock.
Every person confined in this entire section of the prison was enthusiastically moving their bodies to the rhythm of the Jailhouse Rock.
Spider Murphy play the tenor saxaphone,
Spider Murphy skillfully played the tenor saxophone instrument.
Little Joe was blowing on the slide trombone.
Little Joe was skillfully playing the slide trombone instrument.
The drummer boy from Illinois went crash boom bang.
The youthful drummer from Illinois played with great energy and enthusiasm, creating loud and lively beats.
The whole rhythm section was the purple gang.
The entire ensemble responsible for providing rhythmic accompaniment to the music was known as the purple gang.
Number 47 said to number 3
One inmate, identified as number 47, spoke to another inmate, identified as number 3.
You're the cutest jailbird I ever did see.
Out of all the prisoners I have encountered, you are the most attractive one.
I sure would be delighted with your company.
I would be very pleased to have the pleasure of your company.
C'mon and do the jailhouse rock with me.
Come on and join me in dancing to the lively and energetic Jailhouse Rock.
Woah!
Expressing excitement or surprise.
Was dancing to the Jailhouse Rock!
They were actively engaging in the dance associated with the Jailhouse Rock.
And we were dancing to the Jailhouse House Rock.
And we were passionately and energetically moving our bodies to the rhythm of the Jailhouse Rock.
Ooh, yeah!
Exclamation of enthusiasm or approval.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller
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