On The Road – English Lyrics

• By: Bryan Adams
• Album: So Happy It Hurts

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the world of Bryan Adams' "On The Road" and discover the vibrant language of rock and roll storytelling! This song offers an authentic glimpse into a musician's life, with its engaging lyrics providing a fantastic opportunity to learn English idioms related to travel, perseverance, and passion. Its straightforward yet evocative language makes it special for learners, allowing you to connect with the raw emotions and universal experiences of the open road through music. Listen closely and unlock new vocabulary and expressions that bring the journey to life!

[English]

(Whoa-whoa) whoa-whoa

(Whoa-whoa) whoa-whoa

(Whoa-whoa) whoa-whoa

(Whoa-whoa) oh-oh-oh

Getting back on the road

Is all I've ever known

It was written in the stars

One-night stands, guitars and bars

On the road again

Since I can't remember when

It's back to the music

Where I know I can lose it

On the road, on the road (on the road, on the road)

I'm ready to explode (on the road, on the road)

I feel a heavy, heavy load (on the road, on the road)

On the road, on the road (on the road, on the road)

Through the wind and the rain

Through a wild hurricane

There's nothin' we can't do

When I'm on the road with you (whoa-whoa, whoa-whoa)

Set my sails and make my plans

Yeah, the whole damn thing is in my hands

'Cause life is long and it takes its toll

So turn the lights down low and let the good times roll

On the road, on the road (on the road, on the road)

I'm ready to explode (on the road, on the road)

I feel a heavy, heavy load (on the road, on the road)

On the road, on the road (on the road, on the road)

Yeah, through the wind and the rain

Through a wild hurricane

There's nothin' we can't do

When I'm on the road with you

Don't wanna be Batman, the president, or Tarzan

Chairman, or the milkman, a stranger, or the mailman

I'm just me

On the road, on the road

I am ready to explode (on the road, on the road)

I feel a heavy, heavy load (on the road, on the road)

On the road, on the road (on the road, on the road)

Oh, yeah (whoa-whoa)

(Whoa-whoa)

(Whoa-whoa)

(Whoa-whoa)

On the road again (whoa-whoa)

Since I can't remember when (whoa-whoa)

It's back to the music (whoa-whoa)

Where I know I can lose it (whoa-whoa)

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Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
road /roʊd/ A1	noun - a wide way leading from one place to another, especially one with a specially prepared surface which vehicles can use
explode /ɪkˈsploʊd/ B1	verb - to burst violently into pieces with a loud noise verb - to suddenly become very angry or full of energy
heavy /ˈhɛvi/ A2	adjective - of great weight; difficult to lift or move adjective - great in amount, force, or intensity
wind /wɪnd/ A1	noun - the movement of air outside
rain /reɪn/ A1	noun - water that falls from the clouds in the sky
hurricane /ˈhɜːrɪkən/ B1	noun - a violent storm with very strong winds, especially in the western Atlantic Ocean
music /ˈmjuːzɪk/ A1	noun - sounds arranged in a way that is pleasant to listen to
guitar /ɡɪˈtɑːr/ A1	noun - a musical instrument with six strings that are played with the fingers or a pick
stand /stænd/ A1	verb - to be in a vertical position noun - a stall or booth where things are sold
bar /bɑːr/ A1	noun - a place where drinks, especially alcoholic drinks, are served
sail /seɪl/ A2	verb - to travel on water in a ship or boat noun - a piece of material extended on a ship to catch the wind and move the ship forward
plan /plæn/ A2	noun - a detailed proposal for doing or achieving something verb - to make preparations for a future event
toll /toʊl/ B2	noun - a negative effect or consequence
light /laɪt/ A1	noun - brightness that comes from the sun, fire, etc. verb - to provide light for something
wild /waɪld/ A2	adjective - living or growing in a natural state; not domesticated or cultivated adjective - very enthusiastic or excited