Dance Little Sister
The Rolling Stones
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On Thursday night she looked a fright Her prickly hair all curled, oh Lord, what a sight Dance, dance, little sister, dance On Friday night she's all decked out Her high heel shoes, and dress so tight Dance, dance little sister, dance On Saturday night she bass-a-dee She stepping high on Frederick's Street Dance, dance, little sister, dance I said dance, dance, little sister, dance Dance, little sister, dance Dance, little sister, dance I said dance, dance, little sister, dance Dance, little sister, dance Dance, little sister, dance It make me hot, I'm wet with sweat It burn like hell, I've four hours left Dance, dance, little sister, dance Get next to me, drive me close Don't mammaguay, I lose control Dance, dance with fire, dance I said dance, dance, little sister, dance Dance, little sister, dance Dance, little sister, dance I said dance, dance, little sister, dance Dance, little sister, dance Dance, little sister, dance Jump out of Africa with a step that looks so bold Ah, when you kickin' high it make my blood run cold I said dance, dance, little sister, dance Dance, little sister, Dance, little sister, dance I said dance, dance, little sister, dance Dance, little sister, Dance, little sister, dance On Saturday night we don't go home We bacchanal, there ain't no dawn Dance, little sister, dance I said dance, dance, little sister Dance little sister Dance little sister, dance I said dance, dance, little sister Dance little sister Dance little sister, dance
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Written by: Keith Richards, Mick Jagger
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12 facts about this song
Song Origin"Dance Little Sister" is a song by The Rolling Stones, an English rock band formed in London in 1962.
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Album ReleaseThis song was included in the band's 16th American studio album, "It's Only Rock 'n Roll," released in 1974.
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Band Line-UpAt the time of the song's release, the band comprised Mick Jagger (lead vocals), Keith Richards (guitar), Mick Taylor (guitar), Bill Wyman (bass guitar), and Charlie Watts (drums).
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Song CreditsKeith Richards and Mick Jagger, the songwriting partnership famously known as the "Glimmer Twins," are credited for writing "Dance Little Sister."
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Music GenreLike most of Rolling Stones' music, "Dance Little Sister" falls under the rock genre, with a touch of blues influences.
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Track LocationThis song is the eighth track on the "It's Only Rock 'n Roll" album.
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Live Performance"Dance Little Sister" was performed live during the band's 1975 Tour of the Americas.
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Notable FeatureThe song starts with a distinctive riff, then moves into a high-energy rock and roll rhythm which is typical of the Rolling Stones' style.
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Song ThemeLyrically, the song speaks about a boy encouraging his sister to let go of her inhibitions and enjoy herself by dancing.
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Song LegacyDespite not being as widely recognized as some of the Rolling Stones' biggest hits, "Dance Little Sister" remains a favorite among die-hard fans due to its energetic rhythm and engaging lyrics.
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Album SuccessThe album "It's Only Rock 'n Roll," which contains "Dance Little Sister," was a commercial success, reaching number one on the UK Albums Chart and number four on the US Billboard 200.
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Non-Single Song"Dance Little Sister" was not released as a single, but it was a significant contributor to the overall success of the "It's Only Rock 'n Roll" album.
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