• Why is rock and roll named after something sailors did?

  • Feb 27 2025
  • Length: 1 min
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Why is rock and roll named after something sailors did?

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  • Why is rock and roll named after something sailors did? Because it comes from a nautical term! The phrase "rocking and rolling" originally described the motion of ships at sea, capturing the side-to-side and forward-backward movements experienced on the ocean. Over time, this expression found its way into music, especially within African American communities, where it was used to convey spiritual fervor and, later, as a metaphor for dancing and intimacy. By the early 20th century, "rock and roll" began appearing in song titles and lyrics, eventually becoming synonymous with the energetic musical genre we know today.
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