Let the Good Times Roll

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"Let the Good Times Roll" is a classic rhythm and blues song popularized by Louis Jordan that became one of his signature hits and an enduring standard.

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Predicate Object
instanceOf rhythm and blues song
song
associatedWithArtistCareerPhase peak popularity of Louis Jordan
associatedWithEra 1940s
became standard
countryOfOrigin United States of America
surface form: United States
culturalRole dance hall favorite
party anthem
genre jump blues
rhythm and blues
hasAudience rhythm and blues listeners
swing and jump blues fans
hasInfluencedGenre rhythm and blues
rock and roll
hasInstrumentation double bass
drums
piano
saxophone
trumpet
hasLegacy enduring standard in American popular music
frequently referenced in popular culture
hasLyricsTheme celebration
having a good time
partying
hasMusicalStyle swing‑influenced
up‑tempo
hasRefrain "Let the good times roll"
isConsidered classic rhythm and blues song
signature song of Louis Jordan
isFrequently covered by other artists
isOften included in R&B revival shows
performed live
language English
notableFor influence on later R&B and rock and roll
performanceType band with lead vocal
performer Louis Jordan NERFINISHED
recordedBy Louis Jordan and His Tympany Five NERFINISHED
tempo medium‑fast
vocalist Louis Jordan NERFINISHED

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Louis Jordan notableWork Let the Good Times Roll
The Genius of Ray Charles hasPart Let the Good Times Roll
Q's Jook Joint hasTrack Let the Good Times Roll
Nilsson Schmilsson hasTrack Let the Good Times Roll