Rock on Baby
Brenda Lee
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Rock on baby rock on you're not draggin' no ball and chain I ain't playin' no waitin' game with a rollin stone like you now Rock on baby rock on I'm not gonna beg ya to stay Momma didn't raise me that way do what ya wanna do If a little rain should ever fall on your shoulder While you're travellin' somewhere boy to someplace without me And if your rainbow's fade and ya start to think it over Remember you're the only one who wanted to be free I said Rock on baby rock on I'm not gonna beg ya to stay Momma didn't raise me that way so rock on babe Rock on baby rock on be the eagle ya wanna be Don't worry bout a love like me do what ya wanna to do If a little rain should ever fall on your shoulder While you're travellin' somewhere boy to someplace without me And if your rainbow's fade and ya start to think it over Remember you're the only one who wanted to be free free I said Rock on baby rock on you're not draggin' no ball and chain I ain't playin' no waitin' game with a rollin stone like you now Rock on baby rock on be the eagle ya wanna be Don't worry bout a love like me do what ya wanna to do I said Rock on baby I'm not gonna beg ya to stay Momma didn't raise me that way rock on babe now Rock on baby rock on be the eagle ya wanna be Don't worry bout a love like me do what ya wanna to do I said Rock on baby rock on you're not draggin' no ball and chain I ain't playin' no waitin' game with a rollin stone like you now Rock on baby rock on be the eagle ya wanna be Don't worry bout a love like me do what ya wanna to do
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Written by: EUGENE DAVID DOBBINS, JOHNNY WILSON
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15 facts about this song
Song Title and Artist"Rock On Baby" is a song performed by Brenda Lee.
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Release YearThe song was released in 1963 as part of her album "All Alone Am I."
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Album Performance"All Alone Am I" peaked at number 25 on the Billboard 200, showcasing the popularity of Brenda Lee and her music, including "Rock On Baby."
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Song WriterThis song was written by famed country songwriter Mel Tillis.
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GenreThe genre of "Rock On Baby" is typically cataloged as pop and country.
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Artist ReputationBrenda Lee, the artist of "Rock On Baby," is known for her emotive singings and is often referred to as "Little Miss Dynamite."
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Successful ArtistBrenda Lee was particularly successful during the 1960s, with "All Alone Am I" being one of her popular albums during the decade.
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Artist's Vocal RangeThe song showcases Brenda Lee's impressive four-octave voice.
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Other HitsWhile "Rock On Baby" is a well-loved song, Brenda Lee is perhaps best known for other hits like "I'm Sorry" and "Sweet Nothin's."
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Song Theme"Rock On Baby" carries a hopeful message about moving on and finding happiness after a period of sorrow.
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Age of the Artist at the timeDespite the maturity and emotional depth evident in "Rock On Baby," Brenda Lee was only 18 when she released the song.
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LegacyBrenda Lee's influence, including songs like "Rock On Baby," can still be heard in many modern country artists today.
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Mel TillisThe songwriter of "Rock On Baby", Mel Tillis was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007.
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Record Label"Rock On Baby" was released under Decca Records, a prominent record label during the mid-20th century.
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Music ArrangementThe song features a classic '60s arrangement with prominent drums and smooth backup vocals.
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