Sympathy for the Devil was influenced by the decadent/symbolist 19th century French poet Charles Baudelaire's 'Les Fleurs du mal' - Flowers of Evil, based on a book given to Jagger by his culturally sophisticated, stunning inamorata, 60's femme fatale Marianne faithfull - 'The Master and Margarita', written during the Stalinist era by Russian author Mikhail Bulgakov. The story concerns a visit by the devil to the officially atheistic Soviet Union. The Master and Margarita combines supernatural elements with satirical dark comedy and Christian philosophy, defying categorization within a single genre. Many critics consider it to be one of the best novels of the 20th century, as well as the foremost of Soviet satires. Sympathy for the Devil is considered one of the 60's greatest counterculture songs of warning and should be viewed as a companion piece to the Stones apocalyptic Gimme Shelter, Street Fighting Man and Dylan's/Hendrix All Along the Watchtower. These song represent the revolutionary turbulence taking place in the West in 1968. Sympathy is a song of dread and foreboding that represents the dark side of the 60's and the frailty of human morality. The lyrics: 'I watched with glee While your kings and queens Fought for ten decades For the gods they made' A reference to The Hundred Years' War a series of armed conflicts between the kingdoms of England and France during the Late Middle Ages. As for Jagger's voice it's fabulous, perfect for the song, a mixture of hauteur, contempt, derision and mockery filtered through a camp Dylanesque Blues drawl; perfect for the character of Lucifer, 'A man of
That was quite a history lesson. BTW, 'The Master and Margarita' (a birthday present) has been sitting on my bookshelf for years now; your comments should be enough reason for me to finally read it... Thank you very much and all the very best from Germany
That is often the theme with any media focusing on the Devil. The book and miniseries Good Omens had a demon who had to do very little since humans were doing all the evil themselves. Humans have more imagination than any demon (Or angel). It was similar with the show Lucifer. The demons, angels and even Lucifer did not need to do evil or good things. More than anything else, the demons and angels tended to be incredibly dumb.
The song's point is usually overlooked even by most reactors, which is sort of buried in the lyrics at the very end; namely, "I'll tell you one time. You're to blame."
That was something that I love to see in different works. For instance, in Good Omens when Crowley says hell hasn't come up with anything that approaches what humanity does to itself - painful and so true.
"The line separating good and evil passes not through states, nor between classes, nor between political parties either -- but right through every human heart" -Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn
@@apctest8359 Nice!, I was thinking of that very quote for this discussion, but knew I'd botch the wording if I attempted it unassisted. Thank you for saving my fumbling pride. Have a good one! 🙃
The kings and queens fighting the war for decades was referring to the Hundred Years War. Every reference in this song is accurate. The song asks a lot of questions about who is really responsible for the evil in the world. The devil's plea is that he didn't actually DO any of these things, rather he merely showed us the opportunity and allowed us to react however we saw fit.
"Gimme Shelter" if you haven't heard it is probably their finest tune and the pinnacle of the Stones. There's a female vocal in it that will fry you in your chair.
I'd say this tune right here "Sympathy For The Devil" also played a very pinnacle point in the Stones life & music career my friend. SFTD was the song the Stones were playing @Altamont in '69 when a fan in the crowd was killed by the Hells Angels. AKA the end of the 60's. Just saying... Although, Gimme Shelter is also intertwined with the conflict that day, no doubt. ++Peace & Rock n' Roll 4 Your Soul My Friend++ 🤘😜🤘
This is truly an amazing song that points out how humanity uses the devil as a fall guy to excuse our own inhumanity. Also, I had the chance to see The Rolling Stones back in May of this year. 60+ years and they're still excellent. Mick Jagger is also 81 years young, still singing and dancing like he's in his 20s. Definitely recommend you or anyone to see these guys live, especially who haven't had the chance as of yet!
To still be doing what they are doing at that age is astounding, they really are Rock's greatest band when it comes to touring, killing every time for 60+ years. No one has played to more people in their career. We did not see this coming back in the 60s, for damn sure.
Driving the entire song is that awesome piano by the great Nicky Hopkins. Just thought he needed a mention. Stacey, if you haven't heard it yet, I would go for the studio version of "Gimme Shelter".
This is the best reaction to this song I've seem to date ...you were actually listening and feeling it and knew historical moments the song mentioned .
Truly one of the masterpieces of rock music, both lyrically and musically. Never thought we'd get anything this deep from the Stones! Sums up 2000 years of human history.
My lovely Stacy, you are always SO HUMBLE when it comes to your reactions on your channel! However you are a TRUE NATURAL at doing these reactions! Keep it up, for you ROCK!❤
I have to agree as to the albums, but the Stones had many tremendous singles during the Brian Jones era that were partially attributable to Brian's amazing musicianship. Also, this album (Beggars Banquet) is actually the final Jones-era album, though Brian's participation was spotty.
'The Rolling Stones', 'The Rolling Stones N°2', 'Out Of Our Heads' (UK version), 'Aftermath' (UK version), 'Between The Buttons (UK version)', 'Flowers'... Pure gems.
Fabulous song. Definitely I think it's saying "Don't blame the devil when you do evil, blame yourself." Mick and Keith were formidable songwriters. Woo, woo.
The most crucial lyric comes during the jam session at the end, when he says "I'll tell you one time. You're to blame". That's really the point of the song in three words.
Ok, I was about to write a comment with no end in sight 🤣. Now the short version: One of the best song ever writen, in my book. Your Reaction, especially the lyrics analysis, spot on, Stacey. Thank you so much 🤟👍
Thanks Stacey, you are one of the first if not the first reactor to this song that I've come across who's taken the time to analyze the lyrics. Of course you nailed it because not only do you have a good sense and knowledge of history, you also get what Mick and Keith were saying in this song. I've heard of teachers using this song as a jumping off point to talk about historical events. You're right, it is a genius composition.
Awesome reaction :) Don't forget Lucifer the Lightbringer was just a Fallen Angel, actually God's favourite, his "thing" is all about Free Will. He might tempt you with greed, pride, wealth, but he doesn't commit the evil rarely himself. Later on, starting in the Middle Ages, the church made him into this evil horned creature we know as the Devil/Satan nowadays. It's actually very interesting to read on the mythology and were Lucifer comes from.
Woowoo, I am glad you got around to this song. One of the best headphone wearing songs of all time. It's pretty neat how you immediately were drawn into this music, congas and lyrics.
17:23 I think your analysis of this song, lyrically speaking, is spot on. Something else I’ve always loved about this song is that the music has a sort-of ramshackle feel to it. Like none of the the individual instruments is playing something that fits in smoothly with what the others are playing. The song feels like it’s about to fall over itself at any moment, propelled along by the backing vocals while “Keef” adds just the right amount of lightning to the storm right at the end. You should try “You Can’t Always Get What You Want”. It’s yet another masterpiece (and much happier than Sympathy For The Devil and WAY happier than Paint It Black).
Stacey understands things well. If all the world's youth could have been given the same historical knowledge, perhaps we would all be a better species for it. Brilliant analysis Stacey!😊
Thanks for the video! I see that someone else has beaten me to it, but you now have an ethical-- nay, even spiritual-- obligation to react to "Gimme Shelter". Probably the single most iconic intro in the history of rock, and the rest of the song lives up to it!
Almost exactly 30 years ago, on November 25th 1994, I was lucky enough to see the Rolling Stones live in Miami on their Voodoo Lounge tour. The concert was broadcast on I believe Showtime, so it was recorded, and a few years ago I was able to buy a CD/Bluray of the concert. There were many famous guest appearances as a result of the broadcast from such names as Sheryl Crow, Bo Diddley, and Robert Cray. For this song, a giant inflatable devil's head "peering" over the back of the stage looking at the band and the audience popped up. It was stunning and the song had the whole crowd of 80,000 or however much could fit in Dolphin Stadium (at the time named Joe Robbie Stadium) moving and shouting Woo! Woo! I will always treasure my memories of that night and am so glad they released it as Voodoo Lounge Uncut.
I saw them live at Churchill Downs in Louisville Kentucky in 2006.When they performed this song live,they didn’t do the backing vocal …woo woo,Mick Jagger got the entire 75 thousand person crowd to do it for them! Great song,great reaction! And one of the greatest rock bands ever!
I love your enthusiasm for new music and you seem to nail the story or meaning behind them every time. This song is, as you guessed, about how people blame the devil for the evils of the world when all of it is done by us. Mick sings from the point of view of the devil or Satan and he mentions lots of atrocities from his perspective. "Who killed the Kennedy's? After all, it was you and me." It's basically the devil saying "I didn't kill Jesus, shoot JFK (and RFK), kill Czar Nicholas and do the French Revolution, it was everyone"
you are the sharpest tool in the shed when it comes to the analysts on this channel !!!! u were right on the money with your analysis....most people don't get it !!!
Also, please react to She's A Rainbow by the Rolling Stones. IMO, their Best Song and my favorite of theirs. John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin did the String Arrangements for that song.
Musically, this easily in my top 5 my favorite songs of all time. The way the instruments creep in, adding more and more, building the layers. The groove is unlike anything else. Mick's voice goes SO HARD in contrast to it all. Gah. The Stones, ladies and gents.
The “woo woo” chorus is led by Anita Pallenberg, a self described witch. At the time of this recording she was in a relationship with Keith with who she had several children. Before Keith, she was Brian’s partner, as pop’s first power couple…
I saw the Stones live in 1995 when they were in their mid 50's. I thought they were old timers then, but that was 30 years ago. Now I'm 60 and have fond memories of all the classic rock bands I got to see live. Bands like Jethro Tull, Doobie Brothers, Steve Miller, Alice Cooper, Steppenwolf, and many others. I grew up in a period of great artists that we mostly appreciate in retrospect after their time is done. But that is life.
I saw everyone you mentioned, we were beyond lucky! The original The WHO or the classic Pink Floyd back in the 70s for $8.50. 4 hours of Hot Tuna for $3.50. Jefferson Airplane for $5.50. Modern listeners are beyond envious....
GIMME SHELTER; JUMPING JACK FLASH; SATISFACTION; TUMBLING DICE; CAN'T YOU HEAR ME KNOCKING?; MOONLIGHT MILE; RUBY TUESDAY; LET'S SPEND THE NIGHT TOGETHER... too many more to mention! Oh... LOVE IN VAIN from Get Your Ya's Ya's Out! is another one. And... and... and... and...
We have been told the facts, We can except it or never be at peace. There is light and dark, and it is in & out of us all. When you come face to face with the dark don't condemn, understand... It's eternal, immortal, that's just the way it is, somethings will never change... A very unusual POV song. Very good reaction Stacey, You were able to go deep on this deep song not many can-do.
This is hands down my favorite Stones track, and while I was never the biggest fan of the band, they have some truly great songs and this is top of the heap for me. And not only is it my #1 song from the Stones, it is easily on my GOAT top 10 list of all artist as well, just an amazing tune(for so many different reasons).
As lyrics go this is a particularly educated song. Unfortunately, at the time of release those opposed to The Stones took the title of the song out of context. The purpose of the song was to state that throughout history the devil had been blamed for humanity's ills when in fact it was the devil working in tandem with humanity, or even humanity's fault entirely. It's quite a profound concept for a rock n' roll song.
I have had this song in the sound track of my life for decades, but have never taken the time to analyze it as you have. Your analysis is spot-on. I wouldn't change a thing. Very well done. Thank you for this.
I remember as a kid sitting with my dad in his truck listening to this tune. Right after the "get down," he was like "listen listen!" and I heard the bass for the first time as its own instrument. My ears and mind were opened. On top of that, the lyrics are a cautionary tale and a history lesson. This is one of my top 5 desert island songs. I can play the notes of the solo, but I'll never be able to play it quite like Keith did. He actually also played the bass on this.
I love your taste in music. I appreciate your perspective on the meaning of songs and what we may learn from them. But you had me at Keith Moon. TBS. I think your Stones songs are- "Wild Horses" "Can't you Hear Me Knocking" ""Gimme Shelter" Thank You!
Stacey you nailed it with the explanation of this song . . . . Gimme Shelter will also boggle your mind . . . Now blow your mind with RUSH's lyrics . . . . Good job
It must be difficult to appreciate a song fully on first listen, we have all heard it hundreds of times so appreciate it for what it’s worth. Doing a great job as always! Live that base
Thanks Stacey for your thoughtful, intelligent reaction to this amazing song. Ive been loving Sympathy for 40 years, and you have as good a grasp of this complex piece of art as I've accumulated to date😂
I very much appreciated the insightful and mature analysis of the lyrics! We would all do well to recognize that there is at least some good, and at least some bad, in each of us.
You nailed it PERFECTLY! The Stones are a very complex band. Blending various styles. Personally speaking I think you should react to Dead Flowers. Mick refers to it as their country song. Along with Sweet Virginia and Far Away Eyes. I hope you REALLY give into Dread Flowers. I loved this reaction. How you dissected it was wonderfully done. Bravo!!!
Granted, I haven't read all the comments, and I could be wrong, but no reaction or comment I've seen mentions the troubadour verse. It refers to former band mate Brian Jones, who died accidentally while traveling after leaving the band. The coroner stated the cause of death, "Death through misadventure."
This video popped up on my recommendations, and I'm glad I clicked. I've always enjoyed this song, and lyrically it is absolutely genius. I grew up in a very small midwestern town, so obviously this is the kind of tune that the ultra conservatives would never accept. But you dissected it and understood it beautifully, and it's heartbreaking that the title was so controversial that it was quickly discarded by most. It's also very sad that nobody is writing lyrics like this today. I love a song that makes you think, and this is one of the best of them. And FYI, as others may have said, the drums are Congas. The smaller versions are called bongos. And FYI part 2, there's a great 8 min live version of the song (from Rock and Roll Circus I believe), where Mick basically loses his mind towards the end, ripping off his shirt, writhing on the stage with a giant Satan tattoo on his chest. Also FYI part 3, this song was being performed live at a concert called Altamont in 1969, with Hell's Angels doing security. It ended very badly and is considered to be the opposite of what Woodstock was, as someone was killed during the performance.
If you are taking The Rolling Stones journey, “ She’s A Rainbow “ is an absolute must. Take what you just heard with Sympathy For The Devil, turn it exactly upside down, and smile. You’ll not regret the reviewing the magic of that song. Promise. Great channel..
This is one of the most amazing songs ever written. Very deep and meaningful. Historical and poignant. Love your reactions. ❤
Sympathy for the Devil was influenced by the decadent/symbolist 19th century French poet Charles Baudelaire's 'Les Fleurs du mal' - Flowers of Evil, based on a book given to Jagger by his culturally sophisticated, stunning inamorata, 60's femme fatale Marianne faithfull - 'The Master and Margarita', written during the Stalinist era by Russian author Mikhail Bulgakov. The story concerns a visit by the devil to the officially atheistic Soviet Union. The Master and Margarita combines supernatural elements with satirical dark comedy and Christian philosophy, defying categorization within a single genre. Many critics consider it to be one of the best novels of the 20th century, as well as the foremost of Soviet satires.
Sympathy for the Devil is considered one of the 60's greatest counterculture songs of warning and should be viewed as a companion piece to the Stones apocalyptic Gimme Shelter, Street Fighting Man and Dylan's/Hendrix All Along the Watchtower. These song represent the revolutionary turbulence taking place in the West in 1968. Sympathy is a song of dread and foreboding that represents the dark side of the 60's and the frailty of human morality.
The lyrics:
'I watched with glee
While your kings and queens
Fought for ten decades
For the gods they made'
A reference to The Hundred Years' War a series of armed conflicts between the kingdoms of England and France during the Late Middle Ages.
As for Jagger's voice it's fabulous, perfect for the song, a mixture of hauteur, contempt, derision and mockery filtered through a camp Dylanesque Blues drawl; perfect for the character of Lucifer, 'A man of
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Shut up Daubrey
That was quite a history lesson. BTW, 'The Master and Margarita' (a birthday present) has been sitting on my bookshelf for years now; your comments should be enough reason for me to finally read it...
Thank you very much and all the very best from Germany
Brilliant!
Fun fact: 'The Devil' of this song is you and me: humanity. EVERYTHING is OUR fault. We just like to scapegoat, so we invented the Devil.
So much historical knowledge dropped in this song. Basically a history of violence, in a happy, snappy tune.
Basically, the Devil is tired of being blamed for all the evil in the world. He's letting you know at the end. Don't blame me, "you're to blame."
Amen.
That is often the theme with any media focusing on the Devil. The book and miniseries Good Omens had a demon who had to do very little since humans were doing all the evil themselves. Humans have more imagination than any demon (Or angel). It was similar with the show Lucifer. The demons, angels and even Lucifer did not need to do evil or good things. More than anything else, the demons and angels tended to be incredibly dumb.
The devil merely stands in the shadows, always ready with an encouraging "woo, woo."
For anyone wondering...it was a Bolshevik Jew
Yep. He's just here to take you home. Lol!
The song's point is usually overlooked even by most reactors, which is sort of buried in the lyrics at the very end; namely, "I'll tell you one time. You're to blame."
That was something that I love to see in different works. For instance, in Good Omens when Crowley says hell hasn't come up with anything that approaches what humanity does to itself - painful and so true.
The devil would say that, wouldn't he? Taking any part of the song at face value could be a mistake. Or maybe not...
"The line separating good and evil passes not through states, nor between classes, nor between political parties either -- but right through every human heart"
-Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn
@@apctest8359 Nice!, I was thinking of that very quote for this discussion, but knew I'd botch the wording if I attempted it unassisted.
Thank you for saving my fumbling pride. Have a good one! 🙃
Dissecting the lyrics of this song is like slicing layers off the devil like an onion being peeled back with tears flowing and a knife shining.😊
The kings and queens fighting the war for decades was referring to the Hundred Years War. Every reference in this song is accurate. The song asks a lot of questions about who is really responsible for the evil in the world. The devil's plea is that he didn't actually DO any of these things, rather he merely showed us the opportunity and allowed us to react however we saw fit.
If you haven't already GIMME SHELTER
DEFINITELY!
Before he fades away
Must
Yes! Best Stones song!
@@Gashouse69 Agree! Their best number.
"Gimme Shelter" if you haven't heard it is probably their finest tune and the pinnacle of the Stones. There's a female vocal in it that will fry you in your chair.
I'd say this tune right here "Sympathy For The Devil" also played a very pinnacle point in the Stones life & music career my friend. SFTD was the song the Stones were playing @Altamont in '69 when a fan in the crowd was killed by the Hells Angels. AKA the end of the 60's. Just saying... Although, Gimme Shelter is also intertwined with the conflict that day, no doubt. ++Peace & Rock n' Roll 4 Your Soul My Friend++ 🤘😜🤘
@@216Numbskull Actually, Meredith Hunter was killed at Altamont while the Stones were playing "Under My Thumb", not "Sympathy for the Devil".
@@gregsager2062 You're right, my bad, I stand corrected my friend, thanks! ✌️😉
You must be joking.
Monkey man is the pinnacle!
This is truly an amazing song that points out how humanity uses the devil as a fall guy to excuse our own inhumanity.
Also, I had the chance to see The Rolling Stones back in May of this year. 60+ years and they're still excellent. Mick Jagger is also 81 years young, still singing and dancing like he's in his 20s. Definitely recommend you or anyone to see these guys live, especially who haven't had the chance as of yet!
Thank you. Put perfectly.
To still be doing what they are doing at that age is astounding, they really are Rock's greatest band when it comes to touring, killing every time for 60+ years. No one has played to more people in their career. We did not see this coming back in the 60s, for damn sure.
Mick is not human, good for him and Keith still going strong.
A perfect 5 star masterpiece! Still get chills every time I hear it.
Driving the entire song is that awesome piano by the great Nicky Hopkins.
Just thought he needed a mention.
Stacey, if you haven't heard it yet, I would go for the studio version of "Gimme Shelter".
Staceyrpg, you absolutely nailed this reaction. You are quite insightful
This is the best reaction to this song I've seem to date ...you were actually listening and feeling it and knew historical moments the song mentioned .
One of the greatest songs ever written .
one of the greatest songs live, I first saw it at Wembley in 1990, 80'000 + people going Woo Woo.... amazing
Truly one of the masterpieces of rock music, both lyrically and musically. Never thought we'd get anything this deep from the Stones! Sums up 2000 years of human history.
One of the best written songs ever
The Stones were at their glorious dark peak in the late 60s and early 70s and this tune is a perfect example.
My heart starts racing at the very beginning of this masterpiece.
My lovely Stacy, you are always SO HUMBLE when it comes to your reactions on your channel! However you are a TRUE NATURAL at doing these reactions! Keep it up, for you ROCK!❤
Mick Jagger has been criminally ignored when it comes to his lyrics. Brilliant.
Do;n;t forget Keith richards
I agree. He's a great lyricist.
Hardly anyone realises how genius the lyrics are.
I'm not a "Stones" fan but this is easily one of the best rock songs ever written!
I'm with you. This is the greatest rock sone ever written, and this version is the absolute best.
I'm with you. This is the greatest rock sone ever written, and this version is the absolute best.
Wise beyond your years! You are so insightful and deliver every time! Keep up the great reactions!
Shout out to whoever made the lyric video
Love some Stones! This is so cool live, when mick sings pleased to meet you, fire comes up all over the stage and stadium! Fantastic
The Stones during the Mick Taylor years are my favorite rock band ever (1969 - 1974 )
Agree. Their best albums came out during the Mick Taylor years.
I have to agree as to the albums, but the Stones had many tremendous singles during the Brian Jones era that were partially attributable to Brian's amazing musicianship. Also, this album (Beggars Banquet) is actually the final Jones-era album, though Brian's participation was spotty.
I'd also argue that Aftermath was a great album from the Brian Jones period.
'The Rolling Stones', 'The Rolling Stones N°2', 'Out Of Our Heads' (UK version), 'Aftermath' (UK version), 'Between The Buttons (UK version)', 'Flowers'...
Pure gems.
There is NOTHING like a Rolling Stones concert.
Fabulous song. Definitely I think it's saying "Don't blame the devil when you do evil, blame yourself." Mick and Keith were formidable songwriters. Woo, woo.
The most crucial lyric comes during the jam session at the end, when he says "I'll tell you one time. You're to blame". That's really the point of the song in three words.
Ok, I was about to write a comment with no end in sight 🤣. Now the short version: One of the best song ever writen, in my book. Your Reaction, especially the lyrics analysis, spot on, Stacey. Thank you so much 🤟👍
Thanks Stacey, you are one of the first if not the first reactor to this song that I've come across who's taken the time to analyze the lyrics. Of course you nailed it because not only do you have a good sense and knowledge of history, you also get what Mick and Keith were saying in this song. I've heard of teachers using this song as a jumping off point to talk about historical events. You're right, it is a genius composition.
Awesome reaction :) Don't forget Lucifer the Lightbringer was just a Fallen Angel, actually God's favourite, his "thing" is all about Free Will. He might tempt you with greed, pride, wealth, but he doesn't commit the evil rarely himself. Later on, starting in the Middle Ages, the church made him into this evil horned creature we know as the Devil/Satan nowadays. It's actually very interesting to read on the mythology and were Lucifer comes from.
What a band. More Rolling Stones please.🙏
Woowoo, I am glad you got around to this song. One of the best headphone wearing songs of all time. It's pretty neat how you immediately were drawn into this music, congas and lyrics.
17:23 I think your analysis of this song, lyrically speaking, is spot on. Something else I’ve always loved about this song is that the music has a sort-of ramshackle feel to it. Like none of the the individual instruments is playing something that fits in smoothly with what the others are playing. The song feels like it’s about to fall over itself at any moment, propelled along by the backing vocals while “Keef” adds just the right amount of lightning to the storm right at the end.
You should try “You Can’t Always Get What You Want”. It’s yet another masterpiece (and much happier than Sympathy For The Devil and WAY happier than Paint It Black).
Stacey understands things well. If all the world's youth could have been given the same historical knowledge, perhaps we would all be a better species for it. Brilliant analysis Stacey!😊
You ACED this review and your reactions are genuine and true.
Thanks for the video! I see that someone else has beaten me to it, but you now have an ethical-- nay, even spiritual-- obligation to react to "Gimme Shelter". Probably the single most iconic intro in the history of rock, and the rest of the song lives up to it!
The bass line and the sound of the bass is really the driving force in this song. Its really awsome sounding
Sounds pensive!😊
The crowning achievement of Mick's lyricism.
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Thank you for listening and taking in the lyrics. You impressed me with your depth of perception
The Oooo ooos were Marianne Faithful and Anita van Pallenberg
It wasn't just them. You can see rehearsals.
In between Anita constantly having a needle in her arm ….
next one should be "gimme shelter" with the great merry clayton doing awesome backing vocals
Almost exactly 30 years ago, on November 25th 1994, I was lucky enough to see the Rolling Stones live in Miami on their Voodoo Lounge tour. The concert was broadcast on I believe Showtime, so it was recorded, and a few years ago I was able to buy a CD/Bluray of the concert. There were many famous guest appearances as a result of the broadcast from such names as Sheryl Crow, Bo Diddley, and Robert Cray.
For this song, a giant inflatable devil's head "peering" over the back of the stage looking at the band and the audience popped up. It was stunning and the song had the whole crowd of 80,000 or however much could fit in Dolphin Stadium (at the time named Joe Robbie Stadium) moving and shouting Woo! Woo!
I will always treasure my memories of that night and am so glad they released it as Voodoo Lounge Uncut.
I saw them live at Churchill Downs in Louisville Kentucky in 2006.When they performed this song live,they didn’t do the backing vocal …woo woo,Mick Jagger got the entire 75 thousand person crowd to do it for them! Great song,great reaction! And one of the greatest rock bands ever!
This is amazing live. I saw them do it in the mid 90s. 50,000+ people screaming woo , woo over and over is an experience !l
Yours and Everyones comments are bang on!! Hey Stacey, "Gimme Shelter" should be next.
Both MUST HEAR Classics,, The Rolling Stones "Can't You Hear Me Knocking" & "She's A Rainbow" 🔥❤️🔥
I love that you are willing to dive into the lyrics. And you were perfectly articulate. Love that you re intelligent.
Thank you so much!
Great reaction on a great song!
'She's like a rainbow' is my personal favourite 😊
I love your enthusiasm for new music and you seem to nail the story or meaning behind them every time. This song is, as you guessed, about how people blame the devil for the evils of the world when all of it is done by us. Mick sings from the point of view of the devil or Satan and he mentions lots of atrocities from his perspective.
"Who killed the Kennedy's? After all, it was you and me."
It's basically the devil saying "I didn't kill Jesus, shoot JFK (and RFK), kill Czar Nicholas and do the French Revolution, it was everyone"
The guitar solo was lacerating. Mick's voice is everything and more.
you are the sharpest tool in the shed when it comes to the analysts on this channel !!!! u were right on the money with your analysis....most people don't get it !!!
Also, please react to She's A Rainbow by the Rolling Stones. IMO, their Best Song and my favorite of theirs.
John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin did the String Arrangements for that song.
WONDERFUL reaction, Stacey! ❤❤ Have a blessed day.
Musically, this easily in my top 5 my favorite songs of all time.
The way the instruments creep in, adding more and more, building the layers. The groove is unlike anything else. Mick's voice goes SO HARD in contrast to it all. Gah. The Stones, ladies and gents.
Next! Gimme Shelter. Youll see the light.
One of the best songs ever written.
The Kings and Queens fighting for 10 decades was from the brutal 100 Year War
And they were all related.
I rather believe it is referring to the war of religions that followed the reform of Luther.
@@Jean-FrancoisPirennethose wars are still going on
@Jean-FrancoisPirenne that's what I think. Also Christian v Muslim from the crusades to the Ottomans.
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Outstanding analysis by you. You will LOVE Gimme Shelter
The “woo woo” chorus is led by Anita Pallenberg, a self described witch. At the time of this recording she was in a relationship with Keith with who she had several children. Before Keith, she was Brian’s partner, as pop’s first power couple…
I think this is the best reaction to this song ever on youtube.
Keep pumping out great content stacey....
I saw the Stones live in 1995 when they were in their mid 50's. I thought they were old timers then, but that was 30 years ago. Now I'm 60 and have fond memories of all the classic rock bands I got to see live. Bands like Jethro Tull, Doobie Brothers, Steve Miller, Alice Cooper, Steppenwolf, and many others. I grew up in a period of great artists that we mostly appreciate in retrospect after their time is done. But that is life.
I saw everyone you mentioned, we were beyond lucky! The original The WHO or the classic Pink Floyd back in the 70s for $8.50. 4 hours of Hot Tuna for $3.50. Jefferson Airplane for $5.50. Modern listeners are beyond envious....
Stacy if you haven't reacted to "Gimme Shelter" yet then that absolutely needs to be your next Stones song.
GIMME SHELTER; JUMPING JACK FLASH; SATISFACTION; TUMBLING DICE; CAN'T YOU HEAR ME KNOCKING?; MOONLIGHT MILE; RUBY TUESDAY; LET'S SPEND THE NIGHT TOGETHER... too many more to mention! Oh... LOVE IN VAIN from Get Your Ya's Ya's Out! is another one. And... and... and... and...
My favorite Stones song. Live versions are fantastic.
Mick Jagger was 25 when he wrote these lyrics, thats remarkable!
Concur. Like Angus playing "Ride On" in his late teens I think.
To add to the genius of this song, the visuals art is brilliant.
We have been told the facts, We can except it or never be at peace. There is light and dark, and it is in & out of us all. When you come face to face with the dark don't condemn, understand... It's eternal, immortal, that's just the way it is, somethings will never change... A very unusual POV song.
Very good reaction Stacey, You were able to go deep on this deep song not many can-do.
This is hands down my favorite Stones track, and while I was never the biggest fan of the band, they have some truly great songs and this is top of the heap for me. And not only is it my #1 song from the Stones, it is easily on my GOAT top 10 list of all artist as well, just an amazing tune(for so many different reasons).
As lyrics go this is a particularly educated song. Unfortunately, at the time of release those opposed to The Stones took the title of the song out of context. The purpose of the song was to state that throughout history the devil had been blamed for humanity's ills when in fact it was the devil working in tandem with humanity, or even humanity's fault entirely. It's quite a profound concept for a rock n' roll song.
After all it was you and me
Hello, big fan from Portugal here!
I love this song. It's an amazing analysis you've made. Keep up!
Seeing it live was amazing - saw them live in 2003, and they got the crowd of 80000+ all chanting ”woo woo” throughout the song - very primal
I have had this song in the sound track of my life for decades, but have never taken the time to analyze it as you have. Your analysis is spot-on. I wouldn't change a thing. Very well done. Thank you for this.
I remember as a kid sitting with my dad in his truck listening to this tune. Right after the "get down," he was like "listen listen!" and I heard the bass for the first time as its own instrument. My ears and mind were opened. On top of that, the lyrics are a cautionary tale and a history lesson.
This is one of my top 5 desert island songs. I can play the notes of the solo, but I'll never be able to play it quite like Keith did. He actually also played the bass on this.
So interesting to witness your growth and maturation throughout your musical odyssey. You nailed this.
I think you gave the best breakdown I've ever heard.
Watching you react for the first time to songs of my favourite band is like reliving that unique experience again. Thank you.
I love your taste in music. I appreciate your perspective on the meaning of songs and what we may learn from them. But you had me at Keith Moon.
TBS. I think your Stones songs are-
"Wild Horses"
"Can't you Hear Me Knocking"
""Gimme Shelter"
Thank You!
Hit up Miss You. I think you will absolutely love it. Total different vibe after the songs you have reacted to.
Love your reaction. This is my absolute favourite Stones song.
It’s up there with the greatest songs ever written for sure. Mind blowing lyrics.
Imagine..... It´s1968 and all Adults are very VERY conservative...... And the youth are singing THIS out LOUD..... 8-) It´s a Revolution......
Don't ya know it's gonna be....alright.
Stacey you nailed it with the explanation of this song . . . . Gimme Shelter will also boggle your mind . . . Now blow your mind with RUSH's lyrics . . . . Good job
It must be difficult to appreciate a song fully on first listen, we have all heard it hundreds of times so appreciate it for what it’s worth. Doing a great job as always!
Live that base
This is my favourite Stones song
Thanks Stacey for your thoughtful, intelligent reaction to this amazing song. Ive been loving Sympathy for 40 years, and you have as good a grasp of this complex piece of art as I've accumulated to date😂
I very much appreciated the insightful and mature analysis of the lyrics! We would all do well to recognize that there is at least some good, and at least some bad, in each of us.
This was a very good analysis, Stacey - excellent work!
I enjoyed your analysis of the song great work Stacy❤
You nailed it PERFECTLY! The Stones are a very complex band. Blending various styles. Personally speaking I think you should react to Dead Flowers. Mick refers to it as their country song. Along with Sweet Virginia and Far Away Eyes. I hope you REALLY give into Dread Flowers. I loved this reaction. How you dissected it was wonderfully done. Bravo!!!
The Guns n Roses version of this rocks. Was used at the end of the movie "Interview with the Vampire".
Granted, I haven't read all the comments, and I could be wrong, but no reaction or comment I've seen mentions the troubadour verse. It refers to former band mate Brian Jones, who died accidentally while traveling after leaving the band. The coroner stated the cause of death, "Death through misadventure."
Edit: Death by misadventure.
Brian died in his own home’s swimming pool.
Brian died at his own home in the swimming pool.
Absolute legends, they are still rocking hard after 62 years ... incredible.
This video popped up on my recommendations, and I'm glad I clicked. I've always enjoyed this song, and lyrically it is absolutely genius. I grew up in a very small midwestern town, so obviously this is the kind of tune that the ultra conservatives would never accept. But you dissected it and understood it beautifully, and it's heartbreaking that the title was so controversial that it was quickly discarded by most. It's also very sad that nobody is writing lyrics like this today. I love a song that makes you think, and this is one of the best of them. And FYI, as others may have said, the drums are Congas. The smaller versions are called bongos. And FYI part 2, there's a great 8 min live version of the song (from Rock and Roll Circus I believe), where Mick basically loses his mind towards the end, ripping off his shirt, writhing on the stage with a giant Satan tattoo on his chest. Also FYI part 3, this song was being performed live at a concert called Altamont in 1969, with Hell's Angels doing security. It ended very badly and is considered to be the opposite of what Woodstock was, as someone was killed during the performance.
A brilliant reaction, the best I've heard for this song; very in-depth and accurate!
Bonjour Stacey ❤ !!! Too cool this song !! Perfect as always !! Thanks you !!! ❤❤❤
They are still at it. They just dropped an album last year. I would suggest Angry from that album- it shows they "Still got it".
Best rock song by the best Rock and Roll band ever. The Glimmer twins are the very best there has been.
If you are taking The Rolling Stones journey, “ She’s A Rainbow “ is an absolute must. Take what you just heard with Sympathy For The Devil, turn it exactly upside down, and smile. You’ll not regret the reviewing the magic of that song. Promise. Great channel..