Ain't Gonna Stop
Natural Child Lyrics


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I ain't gonna stop just because I get old
Oh, I've never been good at doin' what I'm told
I'll be six-feet deep before I get cold
I ain't gonna stop just because I get tired
Oh, I remember the day when I was always wired
Well I might change but I can never retire, no

I ain't gonna stop on the count of my brands
When they're swinging they never come to an end
I'll be out in the street stay away

I ain't gonna stop just to worse of my time
Oh, I can't settle down I would go out of my mind
So when I stop, I'll be getting so high

I ain't gonna stop
I ain't gonna stop
No I ain't gonna stop
I ain't gonna stop
No I ain't gonna stop
No, no, no
No I ain't gonna stop
No, I ain't gonna stop
No, I ain't gonna stop
No I ain't gonna stop




I'm never gonna stop
I said, no, no, no

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Natural Child's song "Ain't Gonna Stop" reflect a rebellious and defiant attitude towards societal expectations and aging. The first paragraph expresses the singer's refusal to let age dictate their actions or limit their pursuits. They have never been one to conform to what they are told to do and believe that they will continue their pursuits until they reach the grave. This highlights their determination and refusal to let age define them.


In the second paragraph, the lyrics suggest that the singer has always had an energetic and vibrant personality. They remember a time when they were always full of energy and ready for anything. Although they acknowledge that they may change in certain aspects of life, retiring is not something they can envision themselves doing. It hints at their desire to remain active and engaged in life, rejecting the traditional notion of settling down or slowing down as they age.


The third paragraph introduces the idea of the singer's brash and rebellious nature. They mention "the count of my brands," which could be interpreted as the number of times their rebellious actions have been condemned. However, they do not let this deter them. They prefer to be out on the streets, away from the limitations imposed by society.


The lyrics of the fourth paragraph suggest that settling down is not something the singer can do. They have an adventurous spirit and fear that if they were to stop and settle in one place or way of life, they would become restless and unhappy. The line "when I stop, I'll be getting so high" could have a double meaning. It could refer to reaching new heights in terms of personal growth and fulfillment, or it could also allude to the use of substances to escape the monotony of a settled life.


Overall, "Ain't Gonna Stop" by Natural Child portrays a rebellious spirit that refuses to conform to societal expectations of aging and settling down. The lyrics highlight the singer's determination to remain active, adventurous, and true to themselves, regardless of their age or the pressures they face.


Line by Line Meaning

I ain't gonna stop just because I get old
I will continue to persevere despite the challenges that come with old age.


Oh, I've never been good at doin' what I'm told
I have always been rebellious and resistant to following instructions.


I'll be six-feet deep before I get cold
I will keep going until the very end, even if it means reaching my deathbed.


I ain't gonna stop just because I get tired
I won't give up simply because I feel fatigued or worn out.


Oh, I remember the day when I was always wired
I recall the time when I used to have boundless energy and enthusiasm.


Well I might change but I can never retire, no
Although I may adapt and evolve, I refuse to completely withdraw or retire from life.


I ain't gonna stop on the count of my brands
I won't halt my progress due to the brands or labels assigned to me.


When they're swinging they never come to an end
Even when faced with obstacles and challenges, I will persist and keep moving forward.


I'll be out in the street stay away
I will be out in the streets, embracing freedom and independence, so keep your distance.


I ain't gonna stop just to waste all my time
I refuse to halt my actions and waste valuable time.


Oh, I can't settle down I would go out of my mind
I cannot become complacent or stagnant, as it would drive me crazy.


So when I stop, I'll be getting so high
When I eventually pause or take a break, it will be a moment of immense satisfaction or celebration.


No I ain't gonna stop
I am determined to persist and never give up.


I'm never gonna stop
I will relentlessly continue moving forward without ever ceasing.


I said, no, no, no
I emphatically state my refusal to stop or quit.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Zack Anthony Martin, Seth M. Murray, Wesley Stephen Traylor

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@bolu8939

牛逼!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ain’t Gonna Stop

I ain’t gonna stop just because I get old
Oh I’ve never been good and doing what I’m told
I'll be 6 feet deep before I get cold
I ain’t gonna stop just because I get tired
Oh I remember the day when I was always wild
Well I might change but I can never retire
I ain’t gonna stop on the count of my brands
When..may come to an end
I’ll be out in the street, saying where have you been
I ain’t gonna stop it's just a waste of my time
I can’t settle down I would go out of my mind
So I ain’t gonna stop
I ain’t gonna stop
No I ain’t gonna stop
I ain’t gonna stop
No I ain’t gonna stop, no no no
No I ain’t gonna stop
No, I ain’t gonna stop
No, I ain’t gonna stop
No I ain’t gonna stop
I’m never gonna stop
I said no no no



@AlexanderSchmidt1962

I ain't gonna stop,
Just because I get old.
Oh, I've never been good,
At doin' what I'm told.
I'll be sixty-three,
Before I get cold.

I ain't gonna stop,
Just because I get tired.
Oh, I remember the day,
When I was always wired.
Well I might change,
But I can never retire.

I ain't gonna stop,
On account of my friends.
When their swingin' days,
Have all come to an end.
I'll be out in the street,
Stay away if you best.

I ain't gonna stop,
It's just a waste of my time.
Oh, I can't settle down,
I would go out of my mind.
So when I ain't stoned,
I'll be getting so high.
.............
Keep going guys!



All comments from YouTube:

@ritamills3417

Love these guys and I don't know how I missed em before now. Heard this on Tulsa King. It sounds like some great 1970's rock n roll and I am really diggin it! Keep on rockin Natural Child. ✌❤

@jamescole6846

Same. sick of everything I listen too. This is not bad. If your in to new stuff look up. CYBERPUNK 2077 SOUNDTRACK - FRIDAY NIGHT FIRE FIGHT; Velvet Revolver Slither; Two Shots (From Killing Gunther), The Ballroom Blitz (metal cover by Leo Moracchioli) ; Stray Cats - Be Bop A Lula (best song ever); SCREAMING EAGLES - Rock N Roll Soul [OFFICIAL VIDEO]; Rock N Roll Outlaw - Keel 1987; Rival Sons - Pressure and Time [Official Video] ; You will not be disappointed in the last video and I hop you enjoy the rest.
Had to add one: Michael Monroe - Dead Jail or Rock n Roll

@AndyJFredes

Same here

@margaretrand7650

That's what we thought!

@brunobryant4846

A big yep from Australia 👍🍻🍻

@ordinarypete

Same here. Just watched the part and came her before the episode even ended. This IS what I needed.

@robertrowlett6868

Never heard these guys before. I heard them on Tulsa King as well, and damn! I am impressed! Rock on fellas!

@suemitricka9031

Same story here! Digging it!

@suemitricka9031

Moving and grooving and this is my new jam!🎉

@highwayexplorer

Heard this on Tulsa King, used the Shazam app, now I’m here!

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