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The expression Laissez les bons temps rouler (alternatively Laissez le bon temps rouler, French pronunciation: [lɛse le bɔ̃ tɑ̃ ʁule]) is a Louisiana French phrase. The phrase is a calque of the English phrase "let the good times roll", that is, a word-for-word translation of the English phrase into Louisiana French Creole.
"Bon ton roula" (pronounced "bahn tahn roolay") is a phonetical approximation of "bons temps rouler", [3] Louisiana Creole French for "good times roll" as in "Laissez les bons temps rouler" or "Let the good times roll", a regional invitation to join in a festive celebration. [4]
Eh La Bas is a traditional New Orleans song.Originally it was sung with Cajun lyrics but was later given French lyrics and the common title from the French lyrics. There have been numerous versions, including English lyrics that refer to both the Cajun and French versions, and all employ a call and response.
Let the good times roll. I'm the life of the Mardi. When Mardi calls, I listen. ... Got a little Cajun in my soul! Beads and bling: It’s a Mardi Gras thing. Fat Tuesday: I've been training for ...
I’ve rounded up some of our best New Orleans-inspired game day foods so you can let the good times roll, even if you can't be at Super Bowl LIX in Louisiana. 27 New Orleans-Inspired Recipes To ...
"Come On" (often referred to as "Let the Good Times Roll") is a song written by New Orleans rhythm and blues artist Earl King. He first recorded the song as "Darling Honey Angel Child" in 1960 for the Ace Records subsidiary Rex. Later that year, he recorded it as a two-part song for Imperial Records using some new lyrics. Retitled "Come On", it ...
Cajun expression for "let the good times roll": not used in proper French, and not generally understood by Francophones outside Louisiana, who would say profitez des bons moments (enjoy the good moments). lamé a type of fabric woven or knit with metallic yarns. lanterne rouge
Cajuns, along with other Cajun Country residents, have a reputation for a joie de vivre (French for "joy of living"), in which hard work is appreciated as much as "let the good times roll / laissez les bon temps rouler".