Roll Over Beethoven
The Rock And Rollers Lyrics


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Well, gonna write a little letter
Gonna mail it to my local DJ
It's a rockin' little record
I want my jockey to play
Roll over Beethoven
Gotta hear it again today
You know my temperature's risin'
And the jukebox's blows a fuse
My heart's beatin' rhythm
And my soul keeps singing the blues
Roll over Beethoven
And tell Tchaikovsky the news
I got a rockin' pneumonia
I need a shot of rhythm and blues (woo)
I think I got it off the writer
Sittin' down by the rhythm revue
Roll over Beethoven
We're rockin' in two by two
Well, if you feel it and like it
Well, get your lover and reel and rock it
Roll it over and move on up just
Triffle further and reel and rock it
Roll it over, roll over Beethoven
Rockin' in two by two (woo)
Well early in the morning, I'm a giving you the warning
Don't you step on my blue suede shoes
Hey diddle diddle, I'll play my fiddle
Ain't got nothing to lose
Roll over Beethoven
And tell Tchaikovsky the news
You know she winks like a glow worm
Dance like a spinning top
She's got a crazy partner
Oughta see them reel and rock
Long as she's got a dime
The music will never stop
Roll over Beethoven
Roll over Beethoven
Roll over Beethoven
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Roll over Beethoven
Dig to these rhythm and blues

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Roll Over Beethoven" by The Rock And Rollers convey a sense of excitement and urgency as the singer expresses their desire for a specific rock and roll record to be played on the radio. The opening lines about writing a letter to the DJ and wanting the song to be played immediately set the tone for the rest of the song. The repetition of the phrase "Roll over Beethoven" serves as a call to action, suggesting a need for the classical music of Beethoven to make way for the new wave of rock and roll music.


The lyrics also paint a vivid picture of the energy and passion that rock and roll music can evoke in listeners. The references to a rising temperature, a blown jukebox fuse, and a pounding heart all indicate a sense of exhilaration and heightened emotion that comes from experiencing this genre of music. The mention of needing a "shot of rhythm and blues" further emphasizes the infectious and uplifting nature of rock and roll music.


The song also touches on the idea of rock and roll as a form of liberation and expression. The imagery of dancing, rocking, and rolling suggests a carefree and joyous attitude towards life and music. The references to getting a lover, moving and grooving, and not worrying about societal constraints like stepping on blue suede shoes allude to the freedom and rebellious spirit associated with rock and roll culture.


In conclusion, "Roll Over Beethoven" can be seen as a celebration of the power of music to unite people, evoke strong emotions, and inspire a sense of freedom and joy. The lyrics, with their urgent call to action, vivid imagery, and infectious energy, encapsulate the spirit of rock and roll as a dynamic and transformative force in the lives of both the singer and the listeners.




Lyrics © ENTERTAINMENT ONE U.S. LP, Royalty Network
Written by: Chuck Berry

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