VeggieTales - Rock On, LarryBoy Lyrics
Lyrics
(Instrumental Intro)
Verse 1
An ordinary citizen by day.
Changing suits when danger comes our way.
Pre-Chorus
Our vigilant defender and our friend.
Protecting us from villains to the end.
(Chorus)
LarryBoy!
There's no hero quite like LarryBoy.
LarryBoy!
Rock on, LarryBoy.
Verse 2
When trouble brings the city to its knees,
Everyone in Bumblyburg agrees.
Light the signal, rise and the sound the call.
And LarryBoy will come to save us all.
(Chorus)
Larryboy!
There's no hero quite like larryboy.
Larryboy!
Rock on, larryboy.
Larryboy!
There's no hero quite like larryboy.
Larryboy!
Rock on, larryboy.
(Larryboy)
Whenever there's trouble, i'll be there!
Whenever a helpless vegetable calls out,
I will answer!
Evil does beware!
You are no match to the awesome power of
Larryboy and his super suction ears!
(Chorus)
Larryboy!
There's no hero quite like larryboy
Larryboy!
Rock on, larryboy!
Larryboy!
There's no hero quite like larryboy
Larryboy!
Rock on, larryboy!
(Larryboy)
The World needs hero!
I am that hero!!!
Video
LarryBoy and the Bad Apple: Rock On LarryBoy (Music Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
"Rock On, LarryBoy," released on August 1, 2006, as part of the *LarryBoy (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)* album, is more than just a catchy tune for children; it’s a vibrant anthem for the intrepid, if comically flawed, superhero of Bumblyburg. The song captures the essence of LarryBoy, a character known for his willingness to stand up against injustice, despite his occasional stumbles. It paints a picture of a humble, ordinary citizen who transforms into a vigilant defender when danger threatens, ready to answer the call of a city in need. This narrative celebrates the spirit of selflessness and bravery, emphasizing the comfort and security felt when a hero is known to be on watch, promising to protect from villains to the very end.
The profound message embedded within this seemingly simple song resonates deeply with scriptural truths about heroism, redemption, and divine intervention. The lyric "An ordinary citizen by day, Changing suits when danger comes our way" offers a compelling parallel to how God often calls the least likely among us to fulfill extraordinary purposes, equipping them for tasks beyond their natural abilities. Moses, a shepherd with a speech impediment, became a deliverer (Exodus 3:1-10); David, a young shepherd boy, conquered a giant (1 Samuel 17). This speaks to God’s power to transform and empower ordinary individuals for His divine plan. Furthermore, the description of LarryBoy as "Our vigilant defender and our friend, Protecting us from villains to the end," mirrors the unwavering watchfulness and protection of God Himself. Psalm 121:3-4 assures us, "He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber. Behold, he who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep." This divine vigilance is a constant source of comfort, far surpassing any earthly hero's capabilities.
The chorus, "LarryBoy! There's no hero quite like LarryBoy! Rock on, LarryBoy," while celebrating a fictional character, subconsciously points to humanity's inherent longing for a unique and powerful rescuer. When the city is brought "to its knees" and the call is sounded, LarryBoy promises to "come to save us all." This mirrors the human condition, often brought low by the weight of sin and suffering, crying out for deliverance. Jeremiah 33:3 encourages us, "Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know." God’s promise to answer our cries is the ultimate fulfillment of this longing for a savior. LarryBoy’s declaration, "Whenever there's trouble, I'll be there! Whenever a helpless vegetable calls out, I will answer! Evil does beware! You are no match to the awesome power of LarryBoy and his super suction ears!" serves as a playful, yet potent, echo of Jesus Christ’s ultimate claim. While LarryBoy’s "super suction ears" provide a humorous touch of uniqueness, they signify a hero who hears every cry and is uniquely equipped. In truth, Jesus is the ultimate hero, proclaiming, "The world needs a hero! I am that hero!!!" He is not merely a defender but the redeemer, the one who stepped into humanity's greatest trouble—sin and death—and through His sacrifice, offered salvation (John 3:16, Romans 5:8). He is the one whose power is truly unmatched, vanquishing the ultimate enemy. The song, in its enthusiastic celebration of LarryBoy, subtly directs the spirit of hope and reliance toward the true, divine Hero whose love and power are limitless, inviting all to place their trust in Him.