Surf's Up...School's Out
Queen Paul Rodgers Lyrics

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Surf's up, school's out
I got a criminal urge to twist and shout
I've been searching my whole life through
For some perfect dream imagined in my youth

Follow that dream
Surf's up, school's out
Surf's up, school's out

For a perfect life, find a perfect girl
You gotta follow that dream to a perfect world
I've been a searcher, an adventurer too
This ride still runs, I wanna ride with you
This ride still runs, wanna ride with you

Follow that dream
Surf's up, school's out
Surf's up, school's out

In the town and the country
We all lay and dreamed our dreams
Then we found the world is tough
And all is not quite what it seems

Gotta take it by the horns
Gotta seize your precious day
Got to follow your dream
Follow that dream
Follow that dream

Follow that dream
Surf's up, school's out
Follow that dream
Surf's up, school's out
Surf's up

Follow that dream
Surf's up, school's out
Surf's up, school's out

Follow that dream
Follow that dream

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Surf's Up...School's Out" by Queen and Paul Rodgers speaks about the desire to find the perfect dream that was imagined in one's youth. The song begins by talking about the transition from school ending and summer starting, and the feeling of wanting to let loose and "twist and shout." The singer then talks about how he has been searching for the perfect dream his whole life and encourages others to follow their dreams as well. He talks about the desire to find a perfect girl and a perfect world, but acknowledges that the world is tough and things are not always what they seem. The chorus is a repetition of "Surf's up, school's out" with the added emphasis to follow your dreams.

The second verse discusses how everyone has dreams, but the world is tough and it takes effort to make those dreams a reality. The singer talks about seizing the day and following your precious dream. The chorus again repeats the line "Surf's up, school's out" with the emphasis on following your dream. The song ends with the repetition of "Follow that dream" as a final encouragement to listeners to pursue their dreams.

Overall, the lyrics of "Surf's Up...School's Out" encapsulate the desire to find the perfect dream and follow it, despite the difficulties of the world. The song encourages listeners to seize the day and pursue their dreams, reminding them that even though the world is tough, chasing after one's dream is worth it.

Line by Line Meaning

Surf's up, school's out
Summer has arrived, and school is closed.

I got a criminal urge to twist and shout
I have an uncontrollable desire to dance and make a scene.

I've been searching my whole life through For some perfect dream imagined in my youth
I have been looking for a dream I created when I was younger my entire life.

For a perfect life, find a perfect girl You gotta follow that dream to a perfect world
If you want a perfect life, find a perfect partner and follow your dream to your perfect world.

I've been a searcher, an adventurer too This ride still runs, I wanna ride with you
I have been exploring and looking for things my entire life, but I still want to explore the world with you.

In the town and the country We all lay and dreamed our dreams Then we found the world is tough And all is not quite what it seems
When we were younger, we all dreamt of a better life, but as we grew older, we realized the world is more challenging than we thought.

Gotta take it by the horns Gotta seize your precious day Got to follow your dream
You have to take control of your life and your opportunities and follow your dreams.

Follow that dream Surf's up, school's out
Continue to pursue your dream because summer is here and school is not in session.

Surf's up
The waves are perfect for surfing.

Follow that dream Surf's up, school's out Surf's up, school's out
Keep following your dream while enjoying the perfect surfing conditions of summer vacation.

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