Let the Good Times Roll

Louis Jordan

About Let the Good Times Roll

"Let the Good Times Roll" is a jump blues song recorded in 1946 by Louis Jordan and his Tympany Five. A mid-tempo twelve-bar blues, the song became a blues standard and one of Jordan's best-known songs.


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Let the good times roll, let the good times roll
I don't care if you're young or old
Get together, let the good times roll

Don't sit there mumblin', talkin' trash
If you wanna have a ball
You gotta go out and spend some cash, and
Let the good times roll, let the good times roll
I don't care if you're young or old
Get together, let the good times roll

Hey Mr. Landlord, lock up all the doors
When the police comes around
Just tell 'em that the joint is closed
Let the good times roll, let the good times roll
I don't care if you're young or old
Get together, let the good times roll

Hey tell everybody
Mr. King's in town
I got a dollar and a quarter
Just rarin' to clown
But don't let nobody play me cheap
I got fifty cents more that I'm gonna keep, so

Let the good times roll, let the good times roll
I don't care if you're young or old
Get together, let the good times roll

No matter whether rainy weather
Birds of a feather gotta stick together
So get yourself under control
Go out and get together and let the good times roll

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Louis Jordan

Louis Thomas Jordan (July 8, 1908 – February 4, 1975) was a pioneering American jazz, blues and rhythm & blues musician, songwriter and bandleader who enjoyed his greatest popularity from the late 1930s to the early 1950s. Known as "The King of the Jukebox", he was highly popular with both black and white audiences in the later years of the swing era. In 2004, Rolling Stone magazine ranked him no. 59 on their list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time. more »

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Written by: Leonard Lee, Shirley Goodman

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Let the Good Times Roll" by Louis Jordan falls under the genre of rhythm and blues, swing and jump blues. This style was very popular within the period of the 1930s to 1940s in the United States.
Musical Success
Louis Jordan's recording of "Let the Good Times Roll" was a massive success reaching number two on Billboard’s R&B Juke Box chart in 1946.
Cultural Impact
The song is considered as one of the influential songs of the early R&B era, which greatly influenced the development of rock and roll.
Song Themes
The lyrics of "Let the Good Times Roll" express a philosophy of life which advocates for carefree enjoyment and fun. It encourages listeners to let go of their worries.
Song Composition
The song is characterized by Jordan's energetic saxophone playing and his playful yet powerful vocal delivery, making it an enduring classic in his discography.
Unique style
Louis Jordan was known for combining jazz, blues, and comedy in his music. "Let the Good Times Roll" is a classic example of his unique approach to songwriting and performance.
Influence
The song "Let the Good Times Roll" has been covered by various famous artists including Ray Charles and B.B. King, showcasing its enduring appeal and influence.
Legacy
"Let the Good Times Roll" is thought of as one of the signature songs of Louis Jordan and is still played regularly on oldies and blues radio stations.
Induction
The song is part of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll, which showcases its significance in music history.
Film Appearance
"Let the Good Times Roll" was featured in a 1973 rockumentary film of the same name which chronicled the rise and impact of rock and roll through a conversational, narrative, and concert format.

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