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I've Got to Rock (To Stay Alive) Lyrics

I've paid my dues, I've been around
I've had my share of ups and downs
I'll never stop, it's in my blood

I've got to rock, it feels so good
Can't stop me now, it's in my soul
I've got to play more rock 'n' roll

I can't live, I can't breathe
You got to give me what I need
Can't go on, can't survive
I got to rock to stay alive, stay alive

Play it loud, turn me on
Give it to me all night long
Loud and proud that's what I like

You've got to get the feeling right
Don't stop now, it's in my soul
I've got to rock, I can't say no

I can't live, I can't breathe
You got to give me what I need
Can't go on, can't survive
I got to rock to stay alive, stay alive

I can't live, I can't breathe
You got to give me what I need
Can't go on, can't survive
I got to rock to stay alive

Let me tell you what you need
You've got to set your spirit free
Just hear the power and feel the beat

Shout out loud and stamp your feet
Cut me loose but don't let go
I got to have more rock 'n' roll

I can't live, I can't breathe
You got to give me what I need
Can't go on, can't survive
I got to rock to stay alive, stay alive

I can't live, I can't breathe
You got to give me what I need
Can't go on, can't survive
I got to rock to stay alive, stay alive

I can't live, I can't breathe
I've got to rock to stay alive

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songmeanings On Feb 06, 2012

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I've paid my dues, I've been around
I've had my share of ups and downs
I'll never stop, it's in my blood

I've got to rock, it feels so good
Can't stop me now, it's in my soul
I've got to play more rock 'n' roll

I can't live, I can't breathe
You got to give me what I need
Can't go on, can't survive
I got to rock to stay alive, stay alive

Play it loud, turn me on
Give it to me all night long
Loud and proud that's what I like

You've got to get the feeling right
Don't stop now, it's in my soul
I've got to rock, I can't say no

I can't live, I can't breathe
You got to give me what I need
Can't go on, can't survive
I got to rock to stay alive, stay alive

I can't live, I can't breathe
You got to give me what I need
Can't go on, can't survive
I got to rock to stay alive

Let me tell you what you need
You've got to set your spirit free
Just hear the power and feel the beat

Shout out loud and stamp your feet
Cut me loose but don't let go
I got to have more rock 'n' roll

I can't live, I can't breathe
You got to give me what I need
Can't go on, can't survive
I got to rock to stay alive, stay alive

I can't live, I can't breathe
You got to give me what I need
Can't go on, can't survive
I got to rock to stay alive, stay alive

I can't live, I can't breathe
I've got to rock to stay alive

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Cover art for I've Got to Rock (To Stay Alive) lyrics by Saxon

by Kingofstilport

1y ago

This one's pretty simple in that, overall, it's an anthem that emphasizes the importance of rock music in people's lives. It portrays rock music as a lifeline, providing the energy, inspiration, and sense of identity needed to navigate the ups and downs of life. Despite experiencing hardships and challenges in life they never stopped and have a deep passion for rock music, saying that it's in their blood to indicate that it helps them endure and stay resilient.

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