Good Times Roll
The Cars
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Let the good times roll Let them knock you around Let the good times roll Let them make you a clown Let them leave you up in the air Let them brush your rock and roll hair Let the good times roll Let the good times roll Let the good times roll Let the stories be told They can say what they want Let the photos be old Let them show what they want Let them leave you up in the air Let them brush your rock and roll hair Let the good times roll Let the good times roll-oll Won't you let the good times roll Good times roll If the illusion is real Let them give you a ride If they got thunder appeal Let them be on your side Let them leave you up in the air Let them brush your rock and roll hair Let the good times roll Won't you let the good times roll-oll Let the good times roll Let the good times roll Won't you let the good times roll Well let the good times roll Let 'em roll (good times roll) Let the good times roll Let the good times roll Ooh let the good times roll Let 'em roll (good times roll) Let the good times roll (Let the good times roll) Let the good times roll Good times roll (Let the good times roll) Let the good times roll Let 'em roll
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Written by: Ric Ocasek
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Origin"Good Times Roll" is a song by the American rock band, The Cars, which was formed in Boston, Massachusetts in the mid-1970s.
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Song from Debut AlbumThe track is the opening song on their eponymous debut studio album 'The Cars' which was released in 1978.
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GenreThe song fits seamlessly into the new wave and power pop genre, blending pop artiness with rocking sounds.
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Song Duration"Good Times Roll" has a runtime of 3 minutes and 44 seconds, a standard for most pop and rock songs of the era.
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Lyrics and ProductionBoth the lyrics and the production of "Good Times Roll" were credited to the band's lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Ric Ocasek.
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Track PositionThis song was the first track on the album, setting a precedent for the band's innovative and catchy sound.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough not released as a single, "Good Times Roll," along with the rest of the album, helped The Cars reach #18 on the Billboard 200 and remained on the chart for 139 weeks.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised the song for its clever lyrics, catchy tune, and innovative mixing of synth and guitar sounds, defining the band's signature style.
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Influence and LegacyThe song has since been covered by numerous artists and made appearances in various pop culture elements such as movies, advertisements and television series due to its enduring popularity.
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Album's AchievementThe Cars' debut album, which "Good Times Roll" is a part of, was such a hit that it was certified 6x platinum by the RIAA, indicating more than 6 million copies sold.
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