Rock out Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Social Activity Used when describing fun, social gatherings with energetic dancing, usually informal. We can't wait to rock out at Jane's birthday party. Pro Tip 2/3Impromptu Dancing 'Rock out' can be spontaneous, without planned choreography. When my favorite song came on, I had to rock out. Pro Tip 3/3Loud Music The phrase implies the presence of loud music, typically rock, to set the energy. The band's album release party was the perfect place to rock out.