Rock & Roll
Heart
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It's been a long time since I rock and rolled It's been a long time since I did the Stroll Oh let me get it back let me get it back Let me get it back baby where I come from It's been a long time been a long time Been a long lonely lonely lonely lonely lonely time Yeah it's been a long time since the book of love I can't count the tears of a life with no love Carry me back carry me back carry me back Oh yeah, yeah, yeah you gotta carry me back It's been a long time, been a long time Been a long lonely, lonely, lonely, lonely, lonely time Seems so long since we walked in the moonlight Making vows that just can't work, just can't work right Open your arms, opens your arms Open your arms, baby, let my love come running in It's been a long time, been a long time Been a long lonely, lonely, lonely, lonely, lonely time
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Written by: Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Paul Jones, John Bonham
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10 facts about this song
Release and Reception"Rock & Roll" by Heart was released in 1977 as a live cover version, initially written and performed by Led Zeppelin.
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Album InclusionThe song features in Heart's 'Little Queen' studio album.
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Chart PositionDespite its popularity during Heart's performances, the song did not chart in the United States, possibly because it was a cover of a well-known song.
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Signature Led Zeppelin CoverHeart became known for their acclaimed performances of this song, establishing it as one of their signature concert pieces.
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Unique ApproachHeart's rendition of "Rock & Roll" was unique, featuring sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson's powerful vocals and guitar performance, giving it a more hard-hitting tone than the original.
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Frequent Concert CloserThroughout their concert history, Heart often played "Rock & Roll" as the finale, demonstrating its enduring popularity among fans.
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Music VideoHeart also released a music video for their rendition of "Rock & Roll," which further popularized the song and showcased the energy of their live performances.
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Cover VersionsHeart's version of "Rock & Roll" has since been covered by a variety of other artists, reflecting its broad appeal and influence in the rock genre.
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Emotional AssociationFor many fans, their intense, high-energy rendition of "Rock & Roll" captures the spirit of Heart's boundary-pushing approach to rock music.
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Influence on Other ArtistsHeart's rendition of "Rock & Roll" has inspired numerous female-led rock bands, showing the potential for women to succeed in a male-dominated genre.
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