Lets Rock While the Rovkins Good
Little Willie Lyrics
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Rock-rock, do-wop-bop-bop-bop
Let's rock, baby, baby, let's roll
Let's bop to satisfy our soul
A-don't wait till we old and gray
A-let's rock, baby, right away
And listen to me like you know you shouldNow let's rock (oh yeah) while the rockin's good
Let's dance, baby, baby, let's hop
A-clap your hands and do the new style bop
A-let's mambo to the bongo drums
A-do the cha-cha; it's a lot of fun
A-listen to me like you know you should
Now let's rock (oh yeah) while the rock is good
A-while we're young and a-spring is sprung
Let's go moonlight strollin'
'Cause once you're old and your blood gets cold
Say, no more rockin' and a-rollin'
Let's swing, baby, baby, let's shout
And tell the old folks what it's all about
A-don't wait till your bones are stiff
C'mon and give your little heart a lift
Listen to me like you know you should
Now let's rock (oh yeah) while the rock is good
Rock-rock, do-wop-bop
Bop-bop, do-wah-bop
Rock-rock, do-wop-bop
Bop-bop, do-wop-bop
Rock, rock, rock-rock-rockRock, rock, do-wop-bop
Rock-rock, do-wop-bop
Bop-bop, do-wah-bop
Rock-rock, do-wop-bop
Bop-bop, do-wop-bop
Rock, rock, rock-rock-rock
Rock, rock, do-wop-bop
Say, while we're young and spring is sprung
Let's go moonlight strollin'
'Cause once you're old and your blood gets cold
Say, no more rockin' and a-rollin'
Let's sing, baby, baby, let's shout
A-tell the old folks what it's all about
A-don't wait till your bones are stiff
C'mon and give your little heart a lift
A-listen to me like you know you should
Now let's rock (oh yeah) while the rock is good
Let's rock (oh yeah) while the rock is good!
(Oh yeah)
The lyrics to Little Willie John's "Let's Rock While the Rockin's Good" encourage listeners to enjoy life and have fun while they are still young enough to do so. The song suggests a sense of urgency to dance and enjoy life while we still have the opportunity. The song mentions various styles of dance, such as the bop, mambo, and cha-cha, which were popular in the 1950s and early 60s when the song was released. Little Willie John's vocals are energetic and upbeat, encouraging listeners to join in on the fun as he sings "let's rock, baby, baby, let's roll" and "let's swing, baby, baby, let's shout."
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "let's rock while the rockin's good," emphasizing the importance of living in the moment and enjoying life while we can. The lyrics also suggest that when we get older, we will not be able to enjoy these activities as much, so we should take advantage of them while we are young and able.
The positive message of the song and its catchy melody made it a hit when it was released in 1959. Little Willie John's version of the song reached #13 on the R&B charts and #62 on the pop charts. The song has since been covered by various artists, including Bill Haley & His Comets and Chuck Berry.
Line by Line Meaning
Rock-rock, do-wop-bop-bop-bop
Let's dance and get groovy with some smooth moves while the music plays
Let's rock, baby, baby, let's roll
Let's have a good time and party all night long
Let's bop to satisfy our soul
Let's dance to suit our preference and keep our spirits high
A-don't wait till we old and gray
We must enjoy our youth and make the most of our lives
A-let's rock, baby, right away
Let's start having fun immediately without delay
And listen to me like you know you should
Pay attention to my words and take them seriously
Now let's rock (oh yeah) while the rockin's good
Let's enjoy the good times and the music while it lasts
Let's dance, baby, baby, let's hop
Let's dance and jump around with the energetic music
A-clap your hands and do the new style bop
Clap and move your body to the latest and greatest dance moves
A-let's mambo to the bongo drums
Let's enjoy the lively rhythms of the bongo drums by dancing the mambo
A-do the cha-cha; it's a lot of fun
Let's dance the cha-cha and have a great time with friends
A-while we're young and a-spring is sprung
While we are youthful and the season is perfect for outdoor activities
Let's go moonlight strollin'
Take a romantic walk under the moonlight with your partner
'Cause once you're old and your blood gets cold
When you are old and your energy fades away
Say, no more rockin' and a-rollin'
It will be difficult to enjoy the music and dance like you used to
Let's swing, baby, baby, let's shout
Let's swing our hips and yell with excitement
And tell the old folks what it's all about
Help the older generation understand and appreciate our music and lifestyle
A-don't wait till your bones are stiff
Don't wait to become old and physically impaired to have fun
C'mon and give your little heart a lift
Get up and do things that make you excited and happy
Now let's rock (oh yeah) while the rock is good
Let's seize the moment and have the best time while the music is still on
Say, while we're young and spring is sprung
While we are youthful and the season is perfect for outdoor activities
Let's go moonlight strollin'
Take a romantic walk under the moonlight with your partner
'Cause once you're old and your blood gets cold
When you are old and your energy fades away
Say, no more rockin' and a-rollin'
It will be difficult to enjoy the music and dance like you used to
Let's sing, baby, baby, let's shout
Let's sing loudly and enthusiastically
A-tell the old folks what it's all about
Educate the older generation about our unique culture, music, and lifestyle
Let's rock (oh yeah) while the rock is good!
Let's have as much fun as we can while the music continues with us
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOY KENNEDY
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