About the song
Ritchie Valens, a Mexican-American musician who rose to fame in the mid-1950s, left an indelible mark on the rock and roll landscape. His short-lived career was marked by a string of hits, including the iconic “Come On, Let’s Go.” This energetic and upbeat number epitomizes the spirit of the era, capturing the youthful exuberance and rebellious energy that characterized the early days of rock and roll.
“Come On, Let’s Go” was released in 1958 and quickly became a popular dance song. The driving rhythm, combined with Valens’s passionate vocals and the energetic guitar playing of his band, creates a sense of excitement and anticipation. The lyrics, simple yet evocative, express a desire for adventure and freedom, as the singer urges his listeners to join him on a carefree journey.
Valens’s unique blend of rock and roll, doo-wop, and Latin influences set him apart from his contemporaries. His ability to seamlessly incorporate elements of these genres into his music created a sound that was both familiar and fresh. “Come On, Let’s Go” is a perfect example of this fusion, with its infectious melody and rhythmic complexity.
Tragically, Valens’s life was cut short in a plane crash in 1959, along with Buddy Holly and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson. His untimely death left a void in the music industry, but his legacy lives on through his timeless songs. “Come On, Let’s Go” remains a beloved classic, a testament to Valens’s talent and the enduring power of rock and roll.
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Lyrics
Well, come on, let’s go, let’s go, let’s go, little darlin’
And tell me that you’re never leaving
Come on, come on, let’s go
Again, again and again
Well, now, swing me, swing me all the way down there
Come on, let’s go, little darlin’
Let’s go, let’s go again once more
Well, I love you so, dear, and I’ll never let you go
Come on, baby, so, oh pretty baby, I-I love you so
Let’s go, let’s go, let’s go, little sweetheart
Then we can always be together
Come on, come on
Let’s go again
I love you so, dear, and I’ll never let you go
Come on, baby, so
Oh, pretty baby, I-I love you so
Let’s go, let’s go, let’s go, little darlin’
They’re dancing and we belong here
Come on, come on, let’s go
Again, again, and again, and again
Again, again, and again, and again
Again, again, and again, and again
Again, again, and again, and again…