Let The Good Times Roll
Luciano Pavarotti & B.B. King Lyrics
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You only live but once
And when you're dead you're done, 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
If you want to 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
The lyrics of "Let the Good Times Roll" by Luciano Pavarotti and B.B. King are a call to action to live life to the fullest and enjoy the moment. The first verse sets the tone, inviting everyone to have fun and reminding them that life is short. The chorus repeats the title and emphasizes that age is no barrier to joining in the good times. The second verse is a direct command to those who may be holding back or being negative, urging them to spend some money and join the party. The bridge offers a cheeky recommendation to deceive the authorities if necessary to keep the good times going. Finally, the third verse features B.B. King himself announcing himself and his willingness to join in the festivities, highlighting the importance of camaraderie and enjoying oneself in the company of others.
The song was originally written by Shirley Goodman and Leonard Lee and released in 1956 as a single by their group, Shirley and Lee. It quickly became a hit and has since been covered by numerous artists from a variety of genres. The partnership of Pavarotti and King for this version is noteworthy for the unlikely pairing of two legends from very different musical backgrounds. The collaboration took place on Pavarotti's television special, "Pavarotti & Friends" in 2002. The performance became so popular that the duo released the song as a single that same year.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, everybody, let's have some fun
Let's enjoy ourselves!
You only live but once
We only have one life to live.
And when you're dead you're done, so
So let's make the most of it while we can!
Let the good times roll, let the good times roll
Let's have a great time!
I don't care if you're young or old
Age doesn't matter, let's all have fun!
Get together, let the good times roll
Let's unite and enjoy life!
Don't sit there mumblin', talkin' trash
Don't be negative, let's be positive!
If you want to have a ball
If you want to have a good time,
You gotta go out and spend some cash, and
You have to be willing to invest in your happiness.
Hey Mr. landlord, lock up all the doors
Let's have a party!
When the police comes around
If the authorities arrive,
Just tell 'em that the joint is closed
Just say it's over and no one is having fun anymore.
Hey tell everybody
Spread the word!
Mr. king's in town
There's excitement in the air!
I got a dollar and a quarter
I have a little bit of money.
Just rarin' to clown
I'm ready to have fun!
But don't let nobody play me cheap
But don't let anyone take advantage of me.
I got fifty cents more that i'm gonna keep, so
I still have some money left to spend.
No matter whether rainy weather
Regardless of the weather,
Birds of a feather gotta stick together
We need to stick together!
So get yourself under control
Let's get organized and have some fun!
Go out and get together and let the good times roll
Let's go out and have a great time together!
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Earl King
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mariejosecollas7242
He's been my favorite bluesman for years, I'll never change to another bluesman, I have all his DVD and CD.
Rest in peace b.b.King 🙏
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@zarke49
BB King is the one and only! What a fantastic bluesman, nothing compares!
@TheBloke
RIP B.B King Thanks for the great blues music you blessed this world with.
@natanaeltavares2527
As always, Pino Paladino just carrying the groove so perfectly
@jezdukowski
Nothing great ever dies... Yer spirit never dies... you will live foreever4, bluesman....
@ebonyrod2
I was very fortunate to see this blues giant in the 60'sin Atlanta, ga while stationed at Fort McPherson and again when I was living in Long Beach, California while he was packing them in at the Dorthy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles. Great artist tha is humble and down to earth. He did not even know us, however, he took the time to sign a program for us after his concert. "ONE MAN'S OPINION"
@zaretta68
che invidia devastante verso tutti quelli che erano presenti....ed io che non lo potrò mai vedere!!! ciao B.B
@RayCharles000
The best version of this song
@CF1791ROLFMAO
this should have so many more views
@bebewilliams
Bbking and the band you guys look stunning your voice is amazing 🎤🎤🎤🎤🎤🎸🎸🎸🎸🎹🎙️🎙️🎙️📯🎺🪘❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍