Mr Rock & Roll

Amy MacDonald

About Mr Rock & Roll

"Mr. Rock & Roll" is a song by Scottish singer-songwriter Amy Macdonald, released on 16 July 2007. It was her first full single after the limited online release of "Poison Prince", and was released on CD and 7" vinyl. It charted at number 12 on the UK Singles Chart—peaking atop the Scottish Singles Chart in the process—and reached the top 10 in Belgium, Switzerland, and the Netherlands. The song is the first track on Macdonald's debut album This Is the Life, and is her most successful single in the UK so far. This song was also featured on the BBC Olympics 2008 programming, where it was played as the show looked over the day's events. 


Year:
2005
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So called Mr Rock And Roll
Is dancing on his own again
Talking on his phone again
To someone who tells him that his balance is low
He's got no where to go
He's on his own again

Rock chick of the century
Is acting like she used to be
Dancing like there's no one there
Before she never seemed to care
Now she wouldn't dare
It's so rock and roll to be alone

And they'll meet one day
Far away
And say "I wish I was something more"
And they'll meet one day
Far away
And say " I wish I knew you, I wish I knew you before"

Mrs Black and White
She's never seen a shade of gray
Always something on her mind
Every single day
But now she's lost her way
And where does she go from here

Mr Multicultural
Sees all that one can see
He's living proof of someone
Very different to me
But now he wants to be free
Free so he can see

And they'll meet one day
Far away
And say "I wish I was something more"
And they'll meet one day
Far away
And say " I wish I knew you, I wish I knew you before"

He says "I wish I knew you, I wish I met you
When time was still on my side"
She'll say " I wish I knew you, I wish I loved you
Before I was his bride"

And so they must depart
Too many more are broken hearts
But I've seen that all before
In TV, books and film and more
And there's a happy ending
Every single day

And they'll meet one day
Far away
And say "I wish I was something more"
And they'll meet one day
Far away
And say " I wish I knew you, I wish I knew you before"

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Amy MacDonald

Amy Macdonald (born 25 August 1987 in Bishopbriggs, East Dunbartonshire) is a Scottish recording artist. Macdonald rose to fame in 2007 with her debut album, This Is the Life (2007) and its fourth single, "This Is the Life". The single charted at number one in six different countries worldwide, and charted inside the top ten in another eleven countries worldwide. more »

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Written by: AMY ELIZABETH MACDONALD

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15 facts about this song

Artist Background
Amy MacDonald is a distinguished Scottish singer-songwriter known for her emotive voice and confessional writing style. She makes extensive use of acoustic guitar in her music.
Song Release
"Mr Rock & Roll" was released as the second single from Amy MacDonald's debut album "This Is the Life" in July 2007.
Chart Performance
"Mr Rock & Roll" reached number 12 on the UK Singles Chart and attained top 10 positions in several other European charts.
Songwriting
The song was written solely by Amy MacDonald, showcasing her talent for lyric writing and song composition.
Music Video
The music video for "Mr Rock & Roll" visually captures the everyday life theme of the song, featuring a range of normal people — from kids to elderly — spontaneously breaking into dance in a shopping center.
Musical Genre
"Mr Rock & Roll" is categorized as a fusion of folk and pop rock genres and is frequently praised for its catchy melody.
Song's Message
Lyrically, "Mr Rock & Roll" is a commentary on the expectations of society and the importance of being true to oneself. It tells the story of two characters who are afraid to show their true selves.
Live Performances
The song has been performed at various live events including at the NRJ Music Tour in 2008 and on popular UK talk show The Graham Norton Show.
Commercial Licensing
"Mr Rock & Roll" has been used in commercials notably in Germany and the Netherlands, thus increasing its exposure to a wider European audience.
Critical Reception
Though the song received mixed-to-positive reviews by music critics, it made Amy MacDonald known as a promising folk-pop artist of her generation.
Digital Downloads
As of 2020, "Mr Rock & Roll" has exceeded over 200,000 downloads in the United Kingdom alone, further cementing its popularity and success.
Longevity
Even though it has been over a decade since its release, "Mr Rock & Roll" remains one of Amy MacDonald's most well-known and frequently played songs.
Influence
Since the song's release, its resonant message of self-acceptance and being true to oneself has continued to inspire listeners.
Song Artwork
The artwork for the "Mr Rock & Roll" single features MacDonald sitting on a flight case with a guitar next to her, aptly representing the song's folk and rock elements.
Unique Vocal Style
Amy MacDonald’s distinctively rich and somewhat husky voice adds a unique flavor to "Mr Rock & Roll," enhancing the emotional depth and sincerity of the song.

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