After 8 years of constant touring and after releasing 2 LP's, 2 EP's, and a DVD, Pomeroy took it's first break to write what would become the band's greatest work of music yet. "A New Reflection" was released in Oct. 2007 and is Pomeroy's perfect blend of rock, pop, and hip-hop. The first single released, "The Beat Goes On", reached 400 spins/week on Hot AC Top 40 radio across the country. Pomeroy is currently touring in support of the new album and their mission is to get "A New Reflection" into the hands of every music lover in the country.
The Beat Goes On
Pomeroy Lyrics
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Drums keep pounding
A rhythm to the brain
La de da de de, la de da de da
Charleston was once the rage, uh huh
History has turned the page, uh huh
The mini skirts the current thing, uh huh
[Chorus]
The grocery store's the super mart, uh huh
Little girls still break their hearts, uh huh
And men still keep on marching off to war
Electrically they keep a baseball score
[Chorus]
Grandmas sit in chairs and reminisce
Boys keep chasing girls to get a kiss
The cars keep going faster all the time
Bums still cry, "Hey buddy,
Have you got a dime?"
[Chorus]
The song "The Beat Goes On" by Pomeroy is a classic representation of the changing times, and how the different generations may perceive things. The lyrics suggest that no matter what happens in the world, whether it's a new fashion trend or a world war breaking out, life goes on, and we keep moving forward. The beat itself represents the steady rhythm of life that keeps us going, even in the midst of chaos.
In the first two lines, "The beat goes on, the beat goes on, drums keep pounding, a rhythm to the brain," the lyrics suggest that life keeps moving forward, and we can't stop it. Our brains are constantly processing everything that's happening around us, and the steady beat of life is what keeps us going. The following lines, "Charleston was once the rage, uh huh, history has turned the page, uh huh, the mini skirts the current thing, uh huh, teenybopper is our newborn king, uh huh," suggest that even though things change over time, life still moves on. New trends and styles come and go, but our lives keep moving forward.
The lyrics further continue to describe how life goes on through the different generations, and how even though our circumstances change, we still face similar situations. Whether it's going to the grocery store or chasing after a crush, life keeps going on. The final lines, "The cars keep going faster all the time, bums still cry, 'Hey buddy, have you got a dime?'" suggest that even though life is moving at a faster pace than ever before, some things never change. People still struggle with poverty and asking for help, despite the progress that's been made in society.
Line by Line Meaning
The beat goes on, the beat goes on
Life continues despite changes in society, culture, and technology.
Drums keep pounding
The rhythm of life, like the beat of drums, is constant and unrelenting.
A rhythm to the brain
The beat of life informs our thoughts and actions.
La de da de de, la de da de da
A carefree expression indicating a lack of concern for changes in society.
Charleston was once the rage, uh huh
The Charleston dance craze was popular in the past, but now it is outdated.
History has turned the page, uh huh
Time has moved on and new things have replaced the old.
The mini skirts the current thing, uh huh
Mini skirts are currently in fashion.
Teenybopper is our newborn king, uh huh
Teenage culture is now dominant in society.
The grocery store's the super mart, uh huh
Large supermarkets have replaced traditional grocery stores.
Little girls still break their hearts, uh huh
Girls are still vulnerable to heartbreak despite their changing roles in society.
And men still keep on marching off to war
War remains a constant reality despite social and technological progress.
Electrically they keep a baseball score
Even baseball, a traditional sport, has modern technology involved in keeping score.
Grandmas sit in chairs and reminisce
Older people enjoy retelling stories of the past to younger generations.
Boys keep chasing girls to get a kiss
The pursuit of romance is a timeless aspect of human nature.
The cars keep going faster all the time
Technological advancements continue to increase the speed of cars.
Bums still cry, "Hey buddy,
Have you got a dime?"
Despite progress in society, poverty and homelessness remain.
[Chorus]
Repeats the main message of the song, that the beat of life goes on.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SONNY BONO
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