We Will Rock You
Queen and Axl Rose Lyrics
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Playing in the street, gonna be a big man someday
You got mud on your face, you big disgrace
Kicking your can all over the place, singin'
We will, we will rock you
We will, we will rock you
Shouting in the street, gonna take on the world someday
You got blood on your face, you big disgrace
Waving your banner all over the place
We will, we will rock you, sing it!
We will, we will rock you, yeah
Buddy, you're an old man, poor man
Pleading with your eyes, gonna get you some peace someday
You got mud on your face, big disgrace
Somebody better put you back into your place, do it!
We will, we will rock you, yeah, yeah, come on
We will, we will rock you, alright, louder!
We will, we will rock you, one more time
We will, we will rock you
Yeah
The lyrics to Queen and Adam Lambert's "We will rock you" are inspiring and powerful. The song is essentially an anthem of encouragement directed at people who are trying to change their lives, move forward, and achieve their goals. The song is divided into three verses, each directed at a person at different stages of their lives.
In the first verse, the singer addresses a young boy, telling him to "make a big noise" and play in the street like boys often do. The singer encourages the boy to grow up and become a big man someday. However, the boy is currently a "big disgrace," kicking his can all over the place. Nonetheless, the singer affirms that they will rock him.
The second verse is directed at a young man who is already making a big noise and shouting in the streets. The young man has blood on his face, indicating that he is willing to fight for his beliefs. The young man is waving his banner everywhere, and the singer affirms that they will rock him.
The third and final verse is directed at an older man who is pleading with his eyes for some peace. The older man may feel like he has not achieved all he wanted in life, but the singer assures him that they will rock him one last time.
Overall, the song is an uplifting, inspiring, and empowering anthem aimed to encourage individuals at any stage of their lives to push forward and continue trying to achieve their goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Buddy, you're a boy, make a big noise
Addressing a young boy who is making a lot of noise and implying that one day he will grow up and make a significant impact in the world.
Playing in the street, gonna be a big man someday
Encouraging the boy to enjoy his childhood but reminding him that he has the potential to become a great man someday.
You got mud on your face, you big disgrace
Teasing the boy for being dirty but without malice, in a playful manner.
Kicking your can all over the place, singin'
Noticing the boy's playful behavior in the street and playfully mocking him, while acknowledging the fun he's having.
We will, we will rock you
Chanting a simple yet powerful anthem meant to inspire the young boy and others like him to reach for greatness.
Buddy, you're a young man, hard man
Noticing the boy has grown up into a young man who is now full of energy, drive, and determination.
Shouting in the street, gonna take on the world someday
Encouraging the young man to channel his energy into taking on the world and achieving his dreams.
You got blood on your face, you big disgrace
Notice the young man is injured and encouraging him to keep going despite the setbacks.
Waving your banner all over the place
Praising the young man for his passion and enthusiasm, and noticing that he's already starting to make his mark in the world.
We will, we will rock you, sing it!
Repeating the anthem and urging everyone to join in and sing it loud and proud.
Buddy, you're an old man, poor man
Addressing an older man who may have lost everything but still has pride and dignity.
Pleading with your eyes, gonna get you some peace someday
Recognizing that the older man has seen a lot of pain and suffering but assuring him that things will get better in the end.
You got mud on your face, big disgrace
Acknowledging the older man's hard life, but not judging him for it.
Somebody better put you back into your place, do it!
Recognizing that sometimes people need someone to lift them up and help them get back on their feet.
We will, we will rock you, yeah, yeah, come on
Reiterating the commitment to inspire and encourage people to achieve their dreams, no matter how old or young they are.
We will, we will rock you, alright, louder!
Urging everyone to join in and sing even louder, creating an even greater sense of camaraderie and unity.
We will, we will rock you, one more time
Repeating the anthem one last time to ensure that every person present is filled with a sense of optimism and hope.
We will, we will rock you
A final chant of the anthem, reaffirming the commitment to inspiring and encouraging people from all walks of life to reach for greatness.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Brian Harold May
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@midnightblues9895
Axl has these dance moves that only he would look cool in.
@thelegendofhuman
Yeah
@TheTachibanaSAN
ya.. ur so fuckin true..
@azariathenerd6408
True
@ZyNgInaMo
He got the moves like axl
He got the moves like axl
Hes got the moohoohooovehooves like axl
@yoj312
@Jet Log Yeah Axl's dancing skills are better than Jagger 😂
@tavastian3288
As always, AXL has such dominating stage presence. One of the greatest frontmen of all time.
@acrocks6893
I don't think so Ronnie James Dio will blow him away
@tavastian3288
@Acrocks68 I didnt say Axl is the greatest, I said one of the greatest. Plenty of room for the great ones there
@mike4auburn91
His voice isn’t as good anymore, but his stage presence is still incredible.