Let The Good Times Roll
Lester Bowie Lyrics


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Let the good times roll, let the good times roll
I don't care if you're young or old
Get together, let the good times roll

Don't sit there mumblin', talkin' trash
If you wanna have a ball
You gotta go out and spend some cash, and
Let the good times roll, let the good times roll
I don't care if you're young or old
Get together, let the good times roll

Hey Mr. Landlord, lock up all the doors
When the police comes around
Just tell 'em that the joint is closed
Let the good times roll, let the good times roll
I don't care if you're young or old
Get together, let the good times roll

Hey tell everybody
Mr. King's in town
I got a dollar and a quarter
Just rarin' to clown
But don't let nobody play me cheap
I got fifty cents more that I'm gonna keep, so

Let the good times roll, let the good times roll
I don't care if you're young or old
Get together, let the good times roll

No matter whether rainy weather
Birds of a feather gotta stick together




So get yourself under control
Go out and get together and let the good times roll

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Lester Bowie's song "Let The Good Times Roll" emphasize the importance of enjoying the moment and not worrying about age or financial status. The repeated phrase "let the good times roll" serves as a reminder to live in the present and have fun. The first verse encourages people to come together and enjoy themselves regardless of their age. The second verse playfully suggests that having a good time may require spending some money, and encourages people to get out and live a little. The third verse adds a bit of rebellion, with the singer advising the crowd to lock the doors and ignore the authorities to continue the party. The final verse honors the presence of a beloved musician in town, and suggests that despite any limitations or obstacles, it is important to embrace the moment and enjoy oneself alongside like-minded individuals.


Line by Line Meaning

Let the good times roll, let the good times roll
Let's enjoy ourselves and have a good time


I don't care if you're young or old
Age is not a factor when it comes to having fun


Get together, let the good times roll
Let's come together and enjoy each other's company


Don't sit there mumblin', talkin' trash
Don't be negative or complain, take action


If you wanna have a ball
If you want to have a great time


You gotta go out and spend some cash, and
You need to be willing to spend some money to have fun


Hey Mr. Landlord, lock up all the doors
Let's have a private party


When the police comes around
If the authorities show up


Just tell 'em that the joint is closed
We will let them know that the party is over


Hey tell everybody
Let's spread the word


Mr. King's in town
Someone important is here


I got a dollar and a quarter
I have some money to spend


Just rarin' to clown
I'm ready to have a good time


But don't let nobody play me cheap
Don't take advantage of me


I got fifty cents more that I'm gonna keep, so
I still have some money left to enjoy myself


No matter whether rainy weather
No matter the circumstances


Birds of a feather gotta stick together
People with similar interests should stick together


So get yourself under control
Get yourself together and ready to have fun


Go out and get together and let the good times roll
Let's go out and have fun together




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Written by: Leonard Lee, Shirley Goodman

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