The single spent four weeks at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart in the summer of 1988. It topped the Billboard adult contemporary chart for two weeks, and also spent four weeks at #1 on the Billboard mainstream rock chart. In addition, the song reached #30 on the R&B chart. In the United Kingdom, the song reached #53 on the UK Singles Chart.
The song "Roll With It" was nominated for two Grammy Awards in 1989, Record of the Year and Best Male Pop Vocal performance. The album Roll with It was also nominated as Album of the Year.
Roll With It
Steve Winwood Lyrics
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Don't stop and lose your touch, oh no, baby
Hard times knocking on your door, I'll tell them you ain't there no more
Get on through it, roll with it, baby
Luck'll come and then slip away, you've gotta move, bring it back to stay
You just roll with it, baby, come on and just roll with it, baby
You and me, roll with it, baby, hang on and just roll with it, baby
The way that you love is good as money
I swear by stars above, sweet as honey
People think you're down and out, you show them what it's all about
You can make it, roll with it, baby
When this world turns its back on you,
hang in and do that sweet thing you do
You just roll with it, baby, you just roll with it, baby
Come on and just roll with it, baby, you and me, just roll with it, baby
Now there'll be a day you'll get there, baby, you'll hear the music
play, you'll dance, baby
You'll leave bad times way behind, nothing but good times on your mind
You can do it, roll with it, baby
Then you'll see life will be so nice, it's just a step up to paradise
You just roll with it, baby, you just roll with it, baby
You and me, just roll with it, baby, Come on and just roll with it, baby
The song "Roll With It" by Steve Winwood is a powerful message of resilience and perseverance. In the face of adversity, the singer encourages us to "roll with it" and not let hard times get the best of us. He acknowledges that while life can be tough, we must keep moving forward and not lose our spirit.
The first verse sets the tone by urging the listener to keep going despite difficulties. The line "hard times knocking on your door" is particularly evocative, as it conveys a sense of ominousness and foreboding. However, the singer reassures us that we have the strength to endure and "roll with it" until the storm passes. The chorus repeats this sentiment, adding a sense of camaraderie between the singer and the listener.
The second verse emphasizes the value of love and its ability to sustain us. The phrase "the way that you love is good as money" suggests that love is a powerful and valuable commodity that can enrich our lives. Even when the world may see us as beaten down, the singer encourages us to keep doing what we do best and to believe in ourselves.
Overall, "Roll With It" is a timeless classic that speaks to the human spirit's resilience and ability to overcome adversity. It reminds us that even in our darkest moments, there is hope for a better tomorrow, and that we can do it if we just roll with it.
Line by Line Meaning
When life is too much, roll with it, baby
When things get tough, just go with the flow and keep moving forward
Don't stop and lose your touch, oh no, baby
Don't give up or let the hard times affect your positivity
Hard times knocking on your door, I'll tell them you ain't there no more
You're not going to let hard times bring you down
Get on through it, roll with it, baby
Push through the hard times and keep going with a positive attitude
Luck'll come and then slip away, you've gotta move, bring it back to stay
Good luck isn't permanent, so you have to work hard to keep it going
The way that you love is good as money
Your love is valuable and important
I swear by stars above, sweet as honey
I promise that your love is amazing
People think you're down and out, you show them what it's all about
Others may underestimate you, but you prove them wrong
You can make it, roll with it, baby
You have the strength to overcome anything
When this world turns its back on you, hang in and do that sweet thing you do
Even when the world is against you, keep doing the things that make you happy and positive
Now there'll be a day you'll get there, baby, you'll hear the music play, you'll dance, baby
One day, you'll reach your goals, and you'll be filled with joy
You'll leave bad times way behind, nothing but good times on your mind
You'll forget about the hard times and focus on the positive
Then you'll see life will be so nice, it's just a step up to paradise
When you focus on the positive, life can be amazing
You just roll with it, baby
Keep pushing forward and stay positive
Come on and just roll with it, baby
Don't let anything bring you down
You and me, roll with it, baby
We'll face anything together
Hang on and just roll with it, baby
Stay strong and keep moving forward
You and me, just roll with it, baby
Together, we'll overcome anything
Come on and just roll with it, baby
Don't give up, let's keep going with a positive attitude
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: EDWARD JR. HOLLAND, LAMONT DOZIER, BRIAN HOLLAND, WILL JENNINGS, STEVE WINWOOD
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@davidmoran5431
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I go back way farther than that, and that's all anyone talked about
and even now there are encomia all over (incl y/t) about the vocal achievements of his adolescence
whatever --- your first sentence was and is nonsense, though, by any measure. it's like saying what an underrated melodist carole king is, or what an underrated guitarist clapton is, or what underrated pipes jackie wilson had
if you don't know you don't know, I guess
@mickie-fielden5629
This song got me through Chemo. At the ripe old age of 23 .. Thank God he let me have one child.. Am now 36 years Cancer free...
@AchtungBaby77
Godspeed to you 👍😀
@trinahumbleskipper1510
I am so very happy for you. I have von willebrand hemophilia und I understand the side effects of chemo. So great to meet you and congratulations on your son. God bless you
@mickie-fielden5629
@@trinahumbleskipper1510 I hope and pray that you are doing ok.. Thank you Trina and may God keep you in his Loving arms and keep you safe always.
It is a pleasure to meet you..
God Bless you ..🙏
@mickie-fielden5629
@@AchtungBaby77 Thank you so much and may God Bless you always..😇🙏
@marystevens3318
I'm 67 was said I have cancer I stress and cry so ok cope with Steve and Roll with it baby
@edcooper5298
My 74th month remission from stage 4 cancer & yes I"M STILL ROLLIN WITH BABY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@emilyjudith
Wow 💐
@jameshancock7285
Congratulations! That is awesome
@brettblankenship3872
Steve Winwood + The Memphis Horns = Pure Bliss