Black Rock
Of a Revolution (O.A.R) Lyrics


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On the black rock is where I spend my time
Writing a memory or writing a rhyme
Thinking about what is right or wrong
On the black rock is where I like to go
After a long night comin' home from the show
That's where I write my song all day long
The black rock
Sometimes, I just look around
Taking the feeling coming out from the ground
That's just something I do sometimes
And then I just come out the door
Taking the wind coming off of the shore
And that's just what I'm doing tonight
On the black rock is where I spend my time
Writing a memory or writing a rhyme
Thinking about what is right or wrong
On the black rock is where I like to go
After a long night comin' home from the show
That's where I write my song all day long
The black rock
When you are on your own
Not speaking out is like fighting alone
And that is the worst damn way to fight
And when you are scared no more
You reach your hand out and just open the door
And that's just what I'm doing tonight
On the black rock is where I spend my time
Writing a memory or writing a rhyme
Thinking about what is right or wrong
On the black rock is where I like to go
After a long night comin' home from the show




That's where I write my song all day long
The black rock

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Black Rock" by O.A.R. describe a place where the singer spends his time, reflecting on life and writing music. The "black rock" is a physical location, possibly a beach or a rocky area near the water. It's a place of solace for the singer, where he can think about what is right or wrong and find inspiration for his music. He mentions that sometimes he just looks around and takes in the feeling coming from the ground, suggesting that this place has a special energy that he connects with.


The singer also touches on the theme of speaking out and fighting for what you believe in. He states that when you're on your own, not speaking out is like fighting alone, which is the worst way to fight. However, he suggests that when you're no longer scared, you can open the door and reach out for help. This theme of overcoming fear and finding the courage to speak out is a recurring theme in O.A.R.'s music.


Overall, "Black Rock" is a song about finding a place of peace and creativity, and using that space to reflect on life and create something meaningful. It's a song that encourages listeners to find their own "black rock" and use it as a source of inspiration.


Line by Line Meaning

On the black rock is where I spend my time
I love to go to the black rock to spend my time there.


Writing a memory or writing a rhyme
Sometimes I write about my memories or compose a rhyme.


Thinking about what is right or wrong
I spend time on the black rock contemplating what is ethical and unethical.


On the black rock is where I like to go
I prefer to spend my time on the black rock.


After a long night comin' home from the show
I like to go there after performing on stage all night.


That's where I write my song all day long
I spend my entire day writing my songs there.


The black rock
It's the name of my go-to place.


Sometimes, I just look around
Occasionally I just observe my surroundings while on the black rock.


Taking the feeling coming out from the ground
I feel a lot of emotions that come from the earth.


That's just something I do sometimes
I usually do the above-mentioned actions on this place.


And then I just come out the door
Finally, I leave that place.


Taking the wind coming off of the shore
I also take in the breeze coming from the shoreline.


And that's just what I'm doing tonight
I'm doing the things mentioned earlier tonight.


When you are on your own
When you're alone.


Not speaking out is like fighting alone
If you don't speak up for yourself, it's like you're fighting a battle by yourself.


And that is the worst damn way to fight
It's really not a productive way to fight.


And when you are scared no more
And when you're no longer afraid.


You reach your hand out and just open the door
You take action and move forward.


On the black rock is where I spend my time
I'm emphasizing my love for this place again.


Writing a memory or writing a rhyme
I still write down my memories or create new lyrics.


Thinking about what is right or wrong
I also still contemplate ethical issues.


On the black rock is where I like to go
And I still prefer to go to the black rock.


After a long night comin' home from the show
Even after a long night performing.


That's where I write my song all day long
I still spend a whole day writing songs here.


The black rock
And I still call it by its name.




Lyrics © REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: MARC ANDREW ROBERGE, RICHARD JOE ON

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