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“The Rolling Stones – ‘Paint It Black'” is an iconic song that has left an indelible mark on the world of music. Released in 1966, this track features the legendary Mick Jagger’s haunting vocals and the band’s signature rock and roll sound. It’s a song that effortlessly transcends time, continuing to captivate listeners with its powerful lyrics and unforgettable melody.
Did You Know?
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- “Paint It Black” was written by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Brian Jones, showcasing the band’s exceptional songwriting talents.
- The song is renowned for its distinctive use of the sitar, an Indian stringed instrument, which was quite innovative for its time.
- “Paint It Black” has been featured in various films, TV shows, and commercials, making it a cultural touchstone.
- This track marked a shift in The Rolling Stones’ music, embracing darker themes and experimenting with different musical elements.
- The song’s title and lyrics are often interpreted as an exploration of mourning and loss, reflecting the turbulent era in which it was created.
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Lyrics:
I see a red door
And I want it painted black
No colors anymore
I want them to turn black
And I want it painted black
No colors anymore
I want them to turn black
I see the girls walk by
Dressed in their summer clothes
I have to turn my head
Until my darkness goes
Dressed in their summer clothes
I have to turn my head
Until my darkness goes
I see a line of cars
And they’re all painted black
With flowers and my love
Both never to come back
And they’re all painted black
With flowers and my love
Both never to come back
I’ve seen people turn their heads
And quickly look away
Like a newborn baby
It just happens everyday
And quickly look away
Like a newborn baby
It just happens everyday
I look inside myself
And see my heart is black
I see my red door
I must have it painted black
And see my heart is black
I see my red door
I must have it painted black
Maybe then, I’ll fade away
And not have to face the facts
It’s not easy facing up
When your whole world is black
And not have to face the facts
It’s not easy facing up
When your whole world is black
No more will my green sea
Go turn a deeper blue
I could not foresee this thing
Happening to you
Go turn a deeper blue
I could not foresee this thing
Happening to you
If I look hard enough
Into the setting sun
My love will laugh with me
Before the morning comes
Into the setting sun
My love will laugh with me
Before the morning comes
I see a red door
And I want it painted black
No colors anymore
I want them to turn black
And I want it painted black
No colors anymore
I want them to turn black
I see the girls walk by
Dressed in their summer clothes
I have to turn my head
Until my darkness goes
Dressed in their summer clothes
I have to turn my head
Until my darkness goes
I wanna see it painted
Painted black
Black as night
Black as coal
I wanna see the sun
Blotted out from the sky
I wanna see it painted, painted, painted
Painted black, yeah
Painted black
Black as night
Black as coal
I wanna see the sun
Blotted out from the sky
I wanna see it painted, painted, painted
Painted black, yeah
