About the Song
"Whole Lotta Rosie" is a song by Australian hard rock band AC/DC. It is the eighth and final track on the band's fourth Australian album, Let There Be Rock, released in Australia in March 1977, and was written by Angus Young, Malcolm Young, and Bon Scott. It is also the eighth and final track on the international version of the album, released in June the same year.
Meaning Behind the Lyrics
For many listeners, "Whole Lotta Rosie" can be interpreted as a celebration of exuberance and energy, capturing the raw power of rock and roll. The song evokes themes of passion and liberation, exemplifying the thrilling experiences associated with music and life. It can also be seen as a tribute to a larger-than-life character, representing the thrill that comes from embracing boldness and charisma. The energetic instrumentation complements the spirited narrative, appealing to anyone who appreciates the unfiltered emotions that hard rock embodies.
Did You Know?
- AC/DC are an Australian rock band formed in Sydney in 1973.
- Their music has been variously described as hard rock, blues rock and heavy metal, although the band calls it simply "rock and roll".
Music Details
These details come from the iTunes song listing used for the artwork and metadata match.
- Album/collection: Let There Be Rock
- Genre: Hard Rock
- iTunes release date: March 21, 1977
- Track runtime: 5:25
Video Snapshot
- Video title: AC/DC – Whole Lotta Rosie (Plaza De Toros De Las Ventas, July 1996 – Official HD Video)
- YouTube channel: AC/DC
Quick Facts
- Artist: Ac/dc
- Song: Whole Lotta Rosie
- Album/collection: Let There Be Rock
- Genre: Hard Rock
- Reference page: Whole Lotta Rosie
