Love in Vain
The Rolling Stones
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Well I followed her, to the station With a suitcase in my hand Yeah, I followed her to the station With a suitcase in my hand Whoa, it's hard to tell, it's hard to tell When all your love's in vain When the train, come in the station I looked her in the eye Well the train come in the station And I looked her in the eye Whoa, I felt so sad so lonesome That I could not help but cry When the train left the station It had two lights on behind Yeah, when the train left the station It had two lights on behind Whoa, the blue light was my baby And the red light was my mind All my love was in vain All my love's in vain
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Written by: Robert Leroy Johnson
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3 facts about this song
Robert Johnson"Love in Vain" was originally written and recorded by the legendary American blues musician, Robert Johnson, in 1937.
- Johnson's original recording of "Love in Vain" was released on a 78 rpm record by Vocalion Records.
- It was one of the last songs Johnson ever recorded. His version is often regarded as an exemplary display of his poignant, emotionally intense style.
- The song's lyrics tell a story of unrequited love and heartbreak, although the line "the blue light was my baby, and the red light was my mind" has been interpreted by some as a metaphor for depression.
- The original version of the song is included in the album "The Complete Recordings," a compilation of all Johnson’s recordings, released posthumously in 1990.
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The Rolling StonesThe Rolling Stones covered "Love in Vain" and released their rendition on their 1969 album, "Let It Bleed".
- Keith Richards was greatly influenced by Johnson, and it was his idea to cover the song.
- The song had a significant modification in sound when the Rolling Stones performed it. While Johnson’s version was a melancholy, acoustic blues tune, The Rolling Stones adopted a rock and roll feel emphasizing on electric guitars and a rock beat.
- The Stones' cover of "Love in Vain" has been critically acclaimed and is often singled out as a highlight of the "Let It Bleed" album.
- Mick Jagger and his bandmates have played "Love in Vain" live during numerous concerts, proving the song's enduring popularity among their fan base.
- In 2004, the song was reissued by ABKCO Records on "Singles 1968–1971".
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LegacyBoth versions of the song have been cited by many modern musicians as a source of inspiration, showcasing how the song's emotional resonance has transcended genre and era.
- "Love in Vain" has continued to be covered by many different artists in the years since its original release, including Eric Clapton and The Faces.
- The song has been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, further underscoring its significant impact on the world of music.
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