Rocky
Dickey Lee
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Alone until my eighteenth year, we met four springs ago She was shy and had a fear, of things she did not know But we got it on together in such a super way We held each other close at night, and traded dreams each day She said Rocky I've never been in love before, don't know if I can do it But if you let me lean on you take my hand I might get through it, through it I said baby, oh sweet baby it's love that sets us free And God knows if the world should end your love is safe with me We found an old gray house, and you would not believe the way We worked at night to fix it up, took classes in the day Painting walls and sipping wine, sleeping on the floor With so much love with just two, soon we found there'd be one more And she said Rocky I've never had a baby before, don't know if I can do it But if you let me lean on you, take my hand I might get through it, through it I said baby, oh sweet baby it's love that sets us free, and God knows if the word should end your love is safe with me. We had lots of problems then, but we had lots of fun Like the birthday party, when our baby girl turned one I was proud and satisfied, life had so much to give Till the day they told me that she didn't have long to live She said Rocky I never had to die before don't know if I can do it Now it's back to two again my little girl and I Who looks so much like her sweet mother, sometimes that makes me cry I sleep alone at nights again, I walk alone each day And sometimes when I'm about to give in, I hear her sweet voice say to me Rocky you know you've been alone before, you know that you can do it But if you'd like to lean on me, take my hand I'll help you through it, through it. I said baby, oh sweet baby it's love that sets us free And God knows if the world should end, your love is safe with me She said Rocky you know you've been alone before...
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Written by: BRIAN MICHAEL DOWNEY, PHILIP PARRIS LYNOTT, WILLIAM SCOTT GORHAM
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY, Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Genre"Rocky" is a country song. While it carries dimensions of pop and folk, it is predominantly recognized as part of the country music genre.
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SongwriterThe song was written by Jay Stevens (Dickey Lee) and Buzz Cason. Both songwriters have a track record in the country music industry.
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Song Release and Reception"Rocky" was released in 1975 and it reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, reflecting its popularity among listeners.
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Iconic LineThe song is notably known for the lyrics, "Rocky, I've never been in love before, don't know what it is," making it a recognizably sentimental piece.
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Dickey Lee's Popularity"Rocky" is one of Dickey Lee's most popular songs. Its success helped grow his influence in the country music industry.
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Other ArtistsThis song was also recorded by Austin Roberts, another popular American country artist.
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Genre TransitionAlthough Dickey Lee initially began his musical career with pop music and even produced a pop hit, "Patches," his success with "Rocky" marked a transition to country music.
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Character Story"Rocky" tells a tale, a common element of many country songs. It portrays Rocky's tragic love story, bringing a narrative dimension to the song.
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Unique SoundThe song is noted for its blend of different musical elements, including traditional country guitar, pop-inspired harmonies, and folk-style storytelling.
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Upbeat MelodyDespite its somber story, "Rocky" is known for its upbeat melody, a dichotomy that adds interest and complexity to the song.
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DurationThe song's original recording has a run-time of 3 minutes and 39 seconds, which is fairly typical for country and pop songs of the period.
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Emotional ImpactDue to its storyline and heartfelt delivery, "Rocky" is often recognized for its potential to evoke a strong emotional response from listeners.
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