Only You Can Rock Me
U.F.O Lyrics


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Who's taking time out, we'll take a shine out
We're the boys we got nothing to lose
I've had enough now of school and stuff now
If you ain't with us then it's just bad news

Only you can rock me rock me
Come on back now do it again
Only you can rock me, rock me
Kicking out just like a hurricane

We can't wait from day to day
'Cause we've got something to say
We can't wait from day to day
'Cause we've got something to say

Come on the street now on every corner
Breaking out and we're doing what we want to
Just like a jewel shines in the night
She burns so hot out under the street light

[Chorus:]

We are here and there's no end
We keep on coming again
We are here and there's no end
We just keep coming again

Who's taking time out, we take a shine out
We're the boys we got nothing to lose
I've had enough now of school

And stuff now
If you ain't with us then it's just bad news

Only you can rock me, rock me
Come on back now, do it again
Only you can rock me, rock me
Kicking out just like a hurricane

We can't wait from day to day
'Cause we've got something to say
We are here and there's no end
We'll keep on coming again

We can't wait from day to day
'Cause we've got something to say




We are here and there's no end
We'll keep on coming again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to UFO's "Only You Can Rock Me" speak to the rebellious spirit of youth and the desire to break free from the constraints of society. The band, made up of a group of young men, declare that they have had enough of school and the mundane routine of daily life. They are unapologetically themselves and are not afraid to be different. They confidently proclaim that they are here to stay, and there's no end to their pursuit of a life that is free and full of adventure.


The chorus of the song speaks to the power of music, particularly rock music, to unite and move people. The line "Only you can rock me, rock me" is a call to action for the listener to join the band and come along on their journey. The metaphor of a hurricane is used to convey the intensity and force of their music. Much like a hurricane, their sound is powerful and unstoppable.


The verses of the song speak to the band's sense of community and the bond they share with their fellow rebels. The lyrics suggest that they are a close-knit group that sticks together and is unafraid to take their message to the streets. They paint a picture of a group of young people who are living life on their own terms and are not afraid to be different.


Overall, "Only You Can Rock Me" is a song that celebrates the power of music to unite and inspire people. It speaks to the rebellious spirit of youth and the desire to break free from the constraints of society.


Line by Line Meaning

Who's taking time out, we'll take a shine out
We are looking for fellow rebels to join us in going against the norm and making our mark.


We're the boys we got nothing to lose
We are young and carefree, willing to take risks because we don't have much to lose.


I've had enough now of school and stuff now
We are tired of conforming to societal expectations and want to break free from the routine of school and other obligations.


If you ain't with us then it's just bad news
If you're not willing to join us and revolt against the status quo, then you'll miss out on the fun and excitement.


Only you can rock me, rock me
We are searching for someone who can match our free-spirited energy and keep us inspired.


Come on back now do it again
We need that special someone to keep coming back and exciting us just like the first time.


Kicking out just like a hurricane
We are wild and fierce, uncontrollable like a hurricane.


We can't wait from day to day
We are impatient and can't stand living a life without purpose or excitement.


'Cause we've got something to say
We know we have something valuable to offer, and we won't stop until we are heard.


Come on the street now on every corner
We are ready to take on whatever the world throws our way and make our mark on every corner of the street.


Breaking out and we're doing what we want to
We refuse to be held back by societal expectations and will do whatever it takes to achieve our goals.


Just like a jewel shines in the night
We are unique and shine brightly, standing out amongst the crowd.


She burns so hot out under the street light
Our passion for life and our desire to make an impact is like a flame burning brightly when we're under the streetlights.


We are here and there's no end
We are in this for the long haul, and will never stop fighting for what we believe in.


We keep on coming again
No matter what obstacles we face, we will always come back stronger and more determined.




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Written by: MICHAEL SCHENKER, PETER FREDRICK WAY, PHILLIP JOHN MOGG

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@dandettmann595

Schenker & Mogg would be good...but neither one has it like they used to.
And the chemistry with this lineup was perfect...magical...like Van Halen, Led Zeplin, etc...and many other bands (except for the personality clashes).
It's over.
What we need is more quality videos like this one with this lineup and this era.
I'm sure they have to have more than one song.
I'd watch those videos over & over again.
I've been listening to "Strangers" over & over again for 40 years now and have never tired of it.

Led Zeplin called it quits when their drummer passed away because they said without John Bonham it would never be the same.



All comments from YouTube:

@mikenkk1

My neighbors liked this song so much they threw a brick through my window so they could hear it better :-)

@barbaranowman8031

Wow!! 😂

@richhoughton9016

Well said Mike. Great tune.

@fayewittwer5208

😂😂😂😂

@bobm3300

Arguably one the the most underrated bands ever. These guys were awesome then, and still kicking now.

@philbroadley8824

Phil Mogg....one of rock's greatest voices!

@erichani1

Yes I agree

@GM-yc3rl

And Violent..

@johnreilly8672

Too bad he was a violent drunk that made Michael Schenker leave the band. Other than that he had a great voice.

@strydershadow391

UFO one of the greatest rock groups nobody has heard of today!

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