The Rolling Stones

Cover of a Willie Dixon blues song, showcasing the Stones' blues influences.

Cover of a song originally recorded by Kai Winding and later by Irma Thomas.

Keith Richards came up with the famous guitar riff in his sleep, recording it on a tape recorder by his bed.

Written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards.

Influenced by "This May Be the Last Time" by The Staple Singers.

The Rolling Stones emerged from London's blues and R&B scene in 1962. Their early singles drew on American performers such as Chuck Berry before Mick Jagger and Keith Richards developed the band's original...

Influenced by Indian music and the sitar, which was played by Brian Jones

The universal human need for companionship

Keith Richards' girlfriend Linda Keith

The title was inspired by Keith Richards' gardener, Jack Dyer.

Initially inspired by Brazilian country music, later reworked into a rock song

This powerful rock song, featuring Merry Clayton on backing vocals, became one of The Rolling Stones' most acclaimed tracks.

The lead single from the album "Sticky Fingers," this rock classic features controversial lyrics and a memorable guitar riff.

The opening track from the album "Exile on Main St.," this song epitomized the Stones' rock and roll style.

Gambling and unstable relationships

Keith Richards' feelings about leaving his newborn son for tour

From the album "Goats Head Soup" Rumored to be about David Bowie's wife Angela, though the band denies this

Keith Richards wrote this song about his relationship with Anita Pallenberg.

Mick Jagger was inspired by the disco scene in New York City while writing this song.

Mick Jagger's falsetto experimentation and disco influences.

Written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards about the value of friendship.

A politically charged song about Central and South American political conflicts.

Mick Jagger was inspired by political unrest in Central and South America.

A cover of Bob & Earl's R&B classic, bringing the sound to a new audience.