That's Rock 'N' Roll

Eric Carmen

About That's Rock 'N' Roll

"That's Rock 'n' Roll" is a song written and originally recorded by Eric Carmen in 1976. It became a popular Billboard top 10 hit in 1977 for teen idol Shaun Cassidy.


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Well I was sixteen
And sick of school
I didn't know what I wanted to do
I bought a guitar
I got the fever
That's rock 'n' roll
 
I played at parties
Played in bars
I spent my money buyin' new guitars
I screamed my heart out
But how I loved it
That's rock 'n' roll
 
Well, come on everybody
Get down and get with it
Come on everybody
Get down and get with it
Come on everybody
Get down, that's rock 'n' roll
 
It's when the smokin'
And the heat
Have got your heart pounding right with
The beat
Don't try to fight it
Just get excited
That's rock 'n' roll
 
Well it's the roadies
And the crowd
It's when the band's playin' way too loud
Your hips are shakin'
Ain't no mistakin'
That's rock 'n' roll
 
Well, come on everybody
Get down and get with it
Come on everybody
Get down and get with it
Come on everybody
Get down, that's rock 'n' roll
 
Now don't you worry
'Bout bein' a star
It doesn't matter who or what you are
Just get the rhythm
And let it fill ya
That's rock 'n' roll
 
And if you feel it
Clap your hands
Let's see some sweat for the boys in the band
Now lemme hear ya
Lemme hear ya
That's rock 'n' roll
 
(Everybody) get down and get with it
Come on everybody
Get down and get with it
Come on everybody
Get down, that's rock 'n' roll

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Eric Carmen

Eric Howard Carmen (born August 11, 1949) is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and keyboardist. more »

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Written by: Eric Carmen

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10 facts about this song

Singer-Songwriter
Eric Carmen, who is known for being the lead singer of the band, the Raspberries, is the composer and performer of the song "That's Rock 'N' Roll."
Album
"That's Rock 'N' Roll" is included in Eric Carmen's debut self-titled solo album, which was released in 1975.
Cover Versions
The song was famously covered by teen idol Shaun Cassidy, and his version became a number-one hit in the US in 1977.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics discuss the themes of love, breakups and, of course, the passion for rock and roll music, typical themes in many songs of that era.
Rock Genres
"That's Rock 'N' Roll" is classified under genres such as rock and roll, power pop, and pop rock.
Success
Despite being popular among fans, the original version by Eric Carmen did not chart as high as the cover by Shaun Cassidy. Carmen's version did, however, reach the US Billboard Bubbling Under chart at number 108.
Fast-Paced Track
Known for its upbeat tempo, the song is highly representative of the energetic and lively spirit of rock and roll music.
Live Performances
Eric Carmen would often perform "That's Rock 'N' Roll" during live shows and it became one of his concert staples.
Other Covers
Apart from Shaun Cassidy, the song was also covered by other artists such as Showaddywaddy and Barry Blue.
Music Influence
The song is often credited for successfully capturing the essence of 70's Rock 'n' Roll and has influenced many rock and pop artists who came after.

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