Ah, leave me alone
Like a dog with a bone
Like a stone that’s been thrown
Let me be on my own
Let me rock
Let me rock
Let me rock
Let me rock in peace
Out of my way
Got a boogie to play
Every dog has his day
Rock ‘n’ roll’s here to stay
Let me rock
Let me roll
Let me rock
Let me rock in peace
Ooh, feels good
Mama, mama
Just like I knew it would
I get my kicks
Outta playing my licks
Outta laying my chicks
Down on Route 66
Let me rock
Let me rock
Let me rock
Let me rock in peace
(Rock, rock, rock in peace)
I wanna rock (Rock, rock, rock in peace)
Just let me rock (Rock, rock, rock in peace)
I wanna (Rock, rock, rock in peace)
Oh, let me rock
Let me rock in peace
Yeah, that feels good
Hey, mama
Just like I knew it would
Let me rock
Let me rock
Let me rock
Let me rock in peace
(Rock, rock, rock in peace)
I wanna (Rock, rock, rock in peace)
Oh, wanna rock (Rock, rock, rock in peace)
Ooh, rock (Rock, rock, rock in peace)
I wanna rock
Let me rock in peace
(Rock, rock, rock in peace) Like Little Richard
(Rock, rock, rock in peace) Oh, and Jerry Lee
(Rock, rock, rock in peace) Like Chuck, baby
(Rock, rock, rock in peace)
I wanna rock
Let me rock in peace
Freedom to Rock: Analyzing the Lyrics
“R.I.P. (Rock In Peace)” by AC/DC is an unapologetic anthem about the spirit of rock and roll and the desire for independence. The lyrics convey a message of self-determination, likening the narrator’s drive to a dog with a bone and a stone that’s been thrown—forces that can’t be stopped or tamed. The recurring plea to “let me rock in peace” captures the longing to live authentically, play music loudly, and enjoy life on one’s own terms. AC/DC pays homage to rock legends like Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Chuck Berry, rooting this song in the rebellious tradition of classic rock and roll. The playful references and energetic tone make it a celebration of both musical freedom and personal liberation.
Song Credits
- Artist: AC/DC
- Songwriters: Bon Scott, Angus Young, Malcolm Young
- Release Year: 1976
- Label: Albert Productions