Roll Away the Stone
Mott the Hoople
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Baby if you just say you still care Follow you most anywhere Roll away the stone, roll away the stone. And, in the darkest night, I'll keep you safe and all right Roll away the stone, roll away the stone Won't you roll away the stone Why be cold and so alone? Won't you roll away the stone Don't you let it die No matter if fools say we can't win I know I'll fall in love again Roll away the stone, roll away the stone So sing, we still got a chance Baby in love and sweet romance Roll away the stone, roll away the stone Won't you roll away the stone Why be cold and so alone? Won't you roll away the stone Don't you let it lie There's a rockabilly party on Saturday night Are you gonna be there (Well I got my invite) Gonna bring your records (Oh, will do) Made it! Won't you roll away the stone Why be cold and so alone? Won't you roll away the stone Don't you let it die Come on roll Come on roll, yeah Come on roll I want you to roll Come on, yeah Come on roll
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Written by: Ian Hunter
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13 facts about this song
Album Origin"Roll Away the Stone" is a popular song from the 1974 album 'The Hoople' by British rock band, Mott the Hoople.
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Band TransitionThe song is synonymous with the transition of the band from a cult group to mainstream rockers in the early 1970s.
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Lead SingerIan Hunter, the lead singer of the band, is the vocalist on "Roll Away the Stone."
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SongwritersAlthough popularly attributed to Ian Hunter, the song was actually co-written by Hunter and Allen.
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Success Highlights"Roll Away the Stone" was one of Mott the Hoople's most successful songs, reaching number eight in the UK Singles Chart.
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Second VersionIn addition to the original version, Ian Hunter recorded a different version of "Roll Away the Stone" for his solo album "All American Alien Boy" in 1976.
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Backing vocals ContributionDue to the departure of band member Verden Allen, who co-wrote the song, his vocals were taken by Blue Weaver.
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Other works"Roll Away the Stone" appears on the 2003 film 'School of Rock' soundtrack.
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Album ReceptionWhen the album "The Hoople" was released, it was met with commercial success, thanks in part to the popularity of "Roll Away the Stone."
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Iconic LineThe iconic line "just when you think you got it down, Your heart securely tied and bound," is from this song.
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Lyrics MeaningThe song metaphorically uses the idea of rolling away a stone to express overcoming obstacles or letting go of burdens.
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Live PerformancesMott the Hoople often plays "Roll Away the Stone" during live performances, and it is a fan favorite.
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Timeless ClassicDespite being over 40 years old, the song continues to be popular and is often played on classic rock radio stations.
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