Lyrics
Read it in the paper
There's a mention or report about something in the newspaper.
Heard it on the news
Information was received through a news broadcast.
They say rock'n roll is dead
There's a claim or belief that rock'n roll music has ceased to exist.
But I know that ain't true
The speaker disagrees with the notion that rock'n roll is dead.
I see in your eye
The speaker perceives a determination or passion in someone's eyes.
You won't let it die
The individual being addressed is committed to preserving rock'n roll.
Keep it alive
Encouragement to maintain the vitality and relevance of rock'n roll.
Even if the legends
Even with the passing of famous figures from the genre.
Leave us one by one
Despite the gradual loss of iconic personalities.
They will be remembered
The departed musicians will be honored and commemorated.
Rock'n roll is strong
Rock'n roll continues to thrive and endure.
Ain't nothing better
The speaker expresses a strong preference for specific rock fashion: tight jeans and leather.
Than skin tight jeans and leather
Advocating for the preservation of the rock'n roll culture associated with attire.
Keep it alive
Encouragement to sustain the existence and influence of rock'n roll.
Rock'n roll ain't dead
Reiteration of the assertion that rock'n roll is not dead, emphasizing its continuing vitality.
Rock'n roll ain't dead
-Rock'n roll ain't dead
-Rock'n roll ain't dead
-Along as there is steady drums
As long as there are consistent drum beats in music.
And loud guitars
As long as guitars produce loud and compelling sounds.
Along as there is roaring base
As long as there's a dominant and resonating bass sound in music played in gritty, less refined venues.
In dirty bars
Suggesting the performance of music in unconventional or unconventional places.
Put on a show
Putting on a musical performance for an audience.
And let them know
Informing the audience or listeners about the continued existence of rock'n roll.
Its still alive
Asserting that rock'n roll persists and remains active.
Rock'n roll ain't dead
Reaffirmation of the statement that rock'n roll is not dead, emphasizing its continuous existence.
Rock'n roll ain't dead
-Rock'n roll ain't dead
-Rock'n roll ain't dead
-In the papers
Similar information or claims are made in newspapers.
On the news
Similar assertions are broadcasted in news media.
They say it's over
There's a declaration that the era of rock'n roll is finished, which the speaker disagrees with.
That ain't true
The speaker contests the belief that rock'n roll is no longer relevant or active.
Rock'n roll ain't dead
Reiteration of the affirmation that rock'n roll is not dead, emphasizing its ongoing existence and vitality.
Rock'n roll ain't dead
-Rock'n roll ain't dead
-Rock'n roll ain't dead
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