Let It Roll
Mel McDaniel
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In the heat of the day down in mobile alabama Workin' on the railroad with a steel drivin' hammer Gotta get some money, buy some brand new shoes Try to find somebody to take away these blues She don't love me here I'm sing in the sun Pay day is coming when my work is all done Up and in the evening when the sun is sinking low All day I've been waiting for the whistle to blow Sittin' in a tee-pee built right on the tracks Rollin' them bones til the foreman comes back Pick up your belongings boys and scatter about We've got an off scheduled train comin' two miles out Let it roll, let it roll, let it roll lord, let it roll Pick up your belongings boys and scatter about We've got an off scheduled train comin' two miles out Everybody's scramblin' and a jumpin' around Pickin' up the money and tearing the tee-pee down The foreman's about to panic and a go insane Tryin' to get the workers out of the way of the train Engineer blowing the whistle loud and long Can't stop a train you've got to let it roll on Let it roll, let it roll, let it roll lord, let it roll Engineer blowing the whistle loud and long Can't stop a train you've got to let it roll on
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Written by: ANGELO T. PETRAGLIA, KIM RICHEY
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Let It Roll" is a song recorded by American country music artist Mel McDaniel. The song was released in December 1984.
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AlbumThe song is featured on McDaniel’s album titled "Let It Roll," which was released in 1985. The album is McDaniel’s ninth studio album.
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Composer"Let It Roll" was composed by Bob McDill. McDill is a famed songwriter known for penning numerous hit songs for various country music artists.
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Chart Performance"Let It Roll" did exceptionally well on the charts. It peaked at number 1 position on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the week of June 8, 1985.
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LabelThis chart-topping song was released under the Capitol Records label.
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Genre"Let It Roll" falls under the country music genre.
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Mel McDaniel's CareerThis hit single played a key role in elevating Mel McDaniel’s career. The singer was known for his good-time, easy-going style that won over many fans throughout his career.
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Live PerformancesMcDaniel performed "Let It Roll" several times live, mesmerizing audiences with his smooth vocals and the song's catchy, upbeat rhythm.
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Notable RecognitionThe song has continued to enjoy popularity and recognition long after its release. In 2013, Rolling Stone magazine included "Let It Roll" in its list of the 100 greatest country songs.
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Notable LyricsA notable and fan-favorite line in the song is, "She's going to get there goin' 90, I ain’t never seen a semi go so fast."
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