Original vocalist Clem Curtis left in 1968 and moved to the U.S. for a solo career on the club circuit, encouraged by the likes of Wilson Pickett and Sam & Dave, playing Las Vegas with The Righteous Brothers. He was replaced by Colin Young.
The group's final hit was the less pop-oriented, more sophisticated Born To Live and Born To Die. They split in 1970, when the rhythm section broke away to form the progressive group Pluto. When Curtis returned to the UK he formed a new version of the group with little success on record, but a lucrative spell on the 1960s nostalgia circuit.
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The Foundations Lyrics
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Ah ooh
I had hard times moving in steps
That were pretty small
Sometimes I got lazy
As you know I didn’t care at all
Standstill can be necessary
If people got harmBut it ain’t no steady solution
For myself to move on
Yes I just don’t know
What direction I will go
Ways are coloured
But it’s dark when you look far
Times get shaken up
And I know this won’t stop
I have sorrow
Put some whiskey in the jar
So let’s roll on
So let’s roll on
So let’s roll on
So let’s roll on and on and on and on and on
I just don’t know
What direction I will go
Ways are coloured
But its dark when you look far
Times get shaken up
And I know this won’t stop
I have sorrow
Put some whiskey in the jar
So let’s roll on
So let’s roll on
So let’s roll on
So let’s roll on and on and on and on and onYes can you feel
Yeah the wonderful world
Ooh
So let’s roll on
Yeah
Yeah man
Haha
Ooh
So let’s roll on
So let’s roll on
So let’s roll on
So let’s roll on and on and on and on and on
The lyrics to The Foundations' song "Let's Roll On" seem to reflect a sense of uncertainty and a struggle to find direction. The opening lines of "It's the soultrain boogie" and "I had hard times moving in steps that were pretty small" suggest a metaphorical dance or journey through life where the steps taken were not always easy or significant. The mention of laziness and not caring implies a lack of motivation or purpose.
The lyrics acknowledge that sometimes standing still or staying in one place can be necessary to avoid harm, but it is not a solution for personal growth. The line "Standstill can be necessary if people got harm" implies that staying still may be a protective measure, but it also recognizes that it is not a long-term solution.
The repeated phrase "I just don't know what direction I will go" reflects the uncertainty and confusion the singer is experiencing. The mention of colored ways but darkness when looking far suggests that while there may be options or paths available, the future is still unclear and not easily discernible.
The lyrics also touch on the inevitability of times getting shaken up and the knowledge that this won't stop. This could imply that life will always bring challenges and disruptions. The mention of sorrow and whiskey in the jar suggests a coping mechanism or attempt to numb the pain.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of searching, uncertainty, and the desire to keep moving forward despite the challenges encountered.
Line by Line Meaning
It's the soultrain boogie
The song has a lively and upbeat rhythm, invoking a feeling of joy and excitement.
Ah ooh
This is a vocal expression that adds emphasis to the preceding line, heightening the energetic atmosphere of the song.
I had hard times moving in steps
I faced difficulties and challenges while trying to make progress in my life.
That were pretty small
These steps towards progress were not significant or substantial in size.
Sometimes I got lazy
At times, I lacked motivation or determination to put in the necessary effort.
As you know I didn't care at all
I didn't show any concern or interest in my own well-being or progress.
Standstill can be necessary
Pausing or staying in one place for a while can sometimes be needed or beneficial.
If people got harm
If others were being harmed or affected negatively by my actions or choices.
But it ain't no steady solution
However, remaining in a state of standstill is not a reliable or long-term solution.
For myself to move on
It doesn't help me move forward or make progress in my own life.
Yes I just don't know
I am uncertain or unsure about
What direction I will go
The path or course of action I should take in my life.
Ways are coloured
Various options or possibilities are available.
But it’s dark when you look far
The future seems uncertain or unclear when considering the long term.
Times get shaken up
Times become turbulent or chaotic.
And I know this won't stop
I am aware that these turbulent times will continue.
I have sorrow
I experience sadness or grief.
Put some whiskey in the jar
To cope with or numb the pain, I turn to alcohol as a temporary escape.
So let’s roll on
Let's keep moving forward and continue with our journey.
Yes can you feel
Can you perceive or sense
Yeah the wonderful world
The beauty and wonder of the world around us.
Ooh
A vocal expression of excitement or enjoyment.
Yeah man
An exclamation of agreement or affirmation.
Haha
A expression of amusement, usually indicating a lighthearted or playful mood.
So let’s roll on
Let's continue moving forward and embracing the journey ahead.
So let’s roll on and on and on and on and on
Let's keep progressing and moving forward endlessly.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Julian Frohwein, Janis Gursky, Murat Kaydirma, Dario Krajina, Simon Singer, Franz Klein
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0:20
Why do you build me up
Build me up
Buttercup, baby
Just to let me down
Let me down
And mess me around
And then worst of all
Worst of all
You never call, baby
When you say you will
Say you will
But I love you still
I need you
I need you
More than anyone, darlin
You know that I have from the start
So build me up
Build me up
Buttercup, don't break my heart
"I'll be over at ten" you told me time and again
But you're late, I wait around and then
Bah-dah-dah
I run to the door, I can't take any more
It's not you, you let me down again
Baby, baby, try to find
Hey, hey, hey
A little time and I'll make you mine
Hey, hey, hey
I'll be home
I'll be beside the phone waiting for you
Ooh-oo-ooh
Ooh-oo-ooh
Why do you build me up
Build me up
Buttercup, baby
Just to let me down
Let me down
And mess me around
And then worst of all
Worst of all
You never call, baby
When you say you will
Say you will
But I love you still
I need you
I need you
More than anyone, darlin
You know that I have from the start
So build me up
Build me up
Buttercup, don't break my heart
To you I'm a toy, but I could be the boy you adore
If you'd just let me know
Bah-dah-dah
Although you're untrue, I'm attracted to you all the more
Why do I need you so
Baby, baby, try to find
Hey, hey, hey
A little time and I'll make you mine
Hey, hey, hey
I'll be home
I'll be beside the phone waiting for you
Ooh-oo-ooh
Ooh-oo-ooh
Why do you build me up
Build me up
Buttercup, baby
Just to let me down
Let me down
And mess me around
And then worst of all
Worst of all
You never call, baby
When you say you will
Say you will
But I love you still
I need you
I need you
More than anyone, darlin
You know that I have from the start
So build me up
Build me up
Buttercup, don't break my heart
I need you more than anyone, baby
You know that I have from the start
So build me up
Build me up
Buttercup, don't break my heart🎤🎶
@TeaTimeWithFlowers
You know you’ve created something magnificent when it spans across generations, touching hearts and raising spirits. I can only hope to do a fraction of what this song has done for the world 🌻
@LuhGooba12345
This music is still a vibe after 60 years
@mimibyrne1
60? 52 years
@jameso17
@@mimibyrne1 calm down dinosaur it’s only off a couple years.
@cj16423
@@jameso17 lol
@keiiykeii
54 and dancin and singin
@princesnowblood6263
@@jameso17 Since when does a couple equal 8?
@deannemacgregor1687
❤❤🎶🎶 love it ❤💋
@danw.1667
A classic. Everyone can hear this song and put yourself in a place in time.
@pattywolford
Love it!