Kid Rock released several studio albums from 1988 that mostly went unnoticed before his 1998 record 'Devil Without a Cause', released with Atlantic Records, sold 11 million albums behind the hits, "Bawitdaba","Cowboy," and "Only God Knows Why". In 2000, he released The History of Rock which was a compilation of remixed and remastered versions of songs from his previous albums as well as the hit single, "American Bad Ass". In 2001, he released the follow up, Cocky. After a slow start, his country-flavored hit "Picture" with Sheryl Crow resurrected the album and it went gold as a single and pushed the album's sales to more than 5 million. It was followed by 2003's self-titled release, which failed to chart a major hit. In 2006 he released Live Trucker , a live album. In 2007 Kid Rock released Rock N Roll Jesus, which produced a hit in "All Summer Long." It was his first worldwide smash hit, charting #1 in eight countries across Europe and Australia. Rock N Roll Jesus would go on to sell 5 million albums worldwide including being certified triple platinum in the US.
He has sold 22 million albums to date in the United States, which currently ranks him as the 99th best selling music artist of all time in the U.S.
Rock On
Kid Rock Lyrics
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I got more rhymes than heroin in Seattle
You wanna battle with the rock quite frontin'
I'll spit on your ass and then tell you that you ain't nothin'
Grab your honey and your beer and I'll break south
Take your money then I'll tell ya get the hell out
I'll put your head out this is my night
Are you gonna step with rock when I got the mic
Paid off the feds now its all about my crew
What you hoes wanna do
One at a time or all at once I'll still roll through your whole crew
Like a south bound trucker
Hoss and mother fuckers take shorts mother fuckers take a loss
And when you step with your anger
I'm like the robot from lost in space (danger danger)
I give a warning but if you don't take it
I'll put my arm around your neck like we're cool then I'll break it
It's all real cop a feel from my steel
Here's the deal when I say clap your hands like a seal
Or better yet give respect where it's earned
You eat me up I'm like a hot pepper and you might get burned
You took a turn for the worst
Walked up in my face rode away in a hurse
Now how you gonna front on that
Kid Rock's in the house that's where I'm at
Where you at rock where you at
Over here in the rear with your girl the fourties of beer
Where you at rock where you at
Over there with the bad attitude 'cause I just don't care
Where you at Rock where you at
Where you at Rock where you at
One, two and it don't stop
Three, four and it don't quit
One, two and it don't stop
From the depths of hell to god's right hand side
I'm what's left of the get paid, self made pride
I'll step in stride I'm raw as cow hide
My first lp is still sellin' that ain't no jive
Am I the chosen one
Some people ain't getttin' where I'm comin' from
Or where I'm goin' to stand back
Kid Rock's in the house that's where I'm at
Where you at rock where you at
Over here in the rear with the forties of beer
Where you at rock where you at
Over there with the bad attitude 'cause I just don't care
Where you at Rock where you at
Where you at Rock where you at
Rock the house yo
And I'll be the long haired wizard with the lazy eye
Ask the ladies and they'll tell ya that I'm crazy fly
I'm steppin' to the mic like a soldier bro
I hate to sound like a dick but I told ya so hoe
Old crow and a soul full of desperation
I'm rockin' up on the mic with no consideration
For you're church or you're family
I am rand couldn't stand me so she banned me
I'm like a dandy lion jack
You can cut me down and then I'll pop right back
And attack from the back like a great white
I'm not down with the scrappin' but I'm down for the gun fight
Behind my back talkin' shit
But when I front your ass you wanna act like a little bitch
Keep on and you get your ass macked
Kid Rock's in the house that's where I'm at
Where you at rock where you at
Over here in the rear with the forties of beer
Where you at Rock where you at
Over there with the bad attitude 'cause I just don't care
Where you at Rock where you at
Over here, over here, uh over here
Where you at Rock where you at
Over there with the bad attitude 'cause I just don't care
Where you at rock where you at
Where you at rock where you at
Where you at rock where you at
Over here, over here, uh over here
Where you at Rock where you at
Over there with the bad attitude 'cause I just don't care
Where you at Rock where you at
The lyrics of Kid Rock's "Rock On" convey a message of moving forward despite past hardships and letting go of things that are out of one's control. The metaphorical language in the first stanza describes leaving behind tears on a pillow, indicating a sense of sadness and loss. The next line suggests that the only thing that is certain is the need to let go and move on. The singer then puts the key under the mat and leaves without looking back, creating a sense of finality and closure.
In the chorus, Kid Rock encourages the listener to "rock on" regardless of what they've lost because they've already lost it. He suggests that being trapped in sadness and despair is not where one belongs and that the singer should find their freedom and peace through music. The second verse continues the musical metaphor by describing an "addict's last passin' mile," implying that music can be a powerful tool for healing and escaping addiction. The singer is encouraged to take control of their life and their decisions and find their way forward.
Overall, the message of "Rock On" is one of resilience and hope despite past struggles. The song encourages the listener to find strength in music and to keep moving forward despite challenges. The repetition of the phrase "rock on" reinforces this message and creates a sense of empowerment and determination.
Line by Line Meaning
Tears on the pillow
Leaving behind tears on the pillow signifies that the singer's lover has left and moved on, leaving him behind with only memories of the relationship.
Is all you leave behind
The singer's lover has left him with nothing but tears and sadness to remember them by as they move on with their life.
And the only thing you know, this time
The singer knows that it's time to let go of the past and move on from the relationship that has caused so much pain.
Is it's time to let go
The singer realizes that they need to move on and let go of the past relationship, to start anew.
So put the key under the mat
The singer is telling his lover to leave the key to their shared home under the mat, symbolizing the end of the relationship and the start of a new chapter in both their lives.
And don't you look back, just
The singer tells his lover not to look back at the past relationship, to let it go and move on to better things in life.
Rock on, baby rock on
The singer encourages his lover to move on with their life and find happiness, to 'rock on' and move forward with a positive attitude.
You ain't got nothing to lose, that ain't already gone
The singer believes that his lover has nothing left to lose, as they have already lost the relationship that once brought them happiness.
Cause trapped in these blues, ain't where you belong
Being trapped in a state of sadness and depression is not where the singer's lover belongs. They deserve to be happy and to move on to better things in life.
Let the songs and the static
The singer encourages his lover to let the music and noise of life play on in the background, while they move forward with a positive attitude.
Fight for the dial
The singer is telling his lover to fight for control of their own life and to take charge of their own destiny.
Inside an addict's last passin' mile
The singer is using the metaphor of a recovering addict's last mile to signify the difficulty in letting go of an addiction or past relationship for his lover.
Well I know it ain't easy, but the wheel's in your hand
The singer acknowledges that moving on from a past relationship is not easy, but he reminds his lover that they have control over their own lives and destiny.
And who knows where you'll land, so just
The singer encourages his lover to take a chance and see where life takes them, to embrace the unknown instead of being afraid of it.
And may the good Lord God bless you, and help you along
The singer ends the song with a message of hope and faith in God, asking for blessings and guidance for his lover as they move forward with their life.
I know your heart's black and blue, but life don't last long
The singer acknowledges the pain and heartache that his lover has been through, but reminds them that life is short and that they need to move on and find happiness while they can.
So baby rock on
The singer ends the song with one final encouragement for his lover to move on with their life and find happiness, to 'rock on' and embrace the opportunities that life has to offer.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: R.J. RITCHIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Strange Reality
Tears on the pillow
Is all you leave behind
And the only thing you know, this time
Is it's time to let go
So put the key under the mat
And don't you look back, just
Rock on, baby rock on
You ain't got nothing to lose, that ain't already gone
Cuz trapped in these blues, ain't where you belong
So baby rock on
Let the songs and the static
Fight for the dial
Inside an addict's last passin' mile
Well I know it ain't easy, but the wheel's in your hand
And who knows where you'll land, so just
Rock on, baby rock on
You ain't got nothing to lose, that ain't already gone
And may the good Lord God bless you, and help you along
Now baby rock on
And baby don't stop, just
Rock on, baby rock on
You ain't got nothing to lose, that ain't already gone
I know your heart's black and blue, but life don't last long
So baby rock on
Baby rock on
Ashley Brown
This song really hits home for me but I find Kid Rock's music so comforting & it takes me to my "happy place" 😊 Baby rock on 🎸
FrankieYLosMatadoresOficial
This is one of the most beautiful songs kid rock has ever written and composed. Its one of his best songs too.
Donna Coffer
I love 💕 kid rock song
Mark Conway
No love for Marlon Young?
Shelly Williams
Absolutely in agreement!💜
Bruce Carey
Life deals out punches all the time but just rock on.! The Kid has got it spot on.!
Jared Green
I'm an addict in recovery 11 months sober and the love of my life is battling in active addiction. Come on baby rock on. You ain't got nothing to lose that ain't already gone
James David Keith Jr.
I've been in recovery now 5 years clean keep up the good work rock on
Nadine Siering
My friend just OD and passed and this song came and hit me.. So Sad R.I.P. Jimmy 🙏
Just Some Dude
God bless you. Please 🙏. My brother died of this sh!t. I probably will too. My heart is black and blue. Hang in there.