Sittin' on a Fence
The Rolling Stones
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Since I was young I've been very hard to please And I don't know wrong from right But there is one thing I could never understand Some of the sick things that a girl does to a man, so I'm just sittin' on a fence You can say I got no sense Trying to make up my mind Really is too horrifying So I'm sittin on a fence All of my friends at school grew up and settled down And they mortgaged up their lives One things not said too much, but I think it's true They just get married 'cause there's nothing else to do, so I'm just sittin' on a fence You can say I got no sense Trying to make up my mind Really is too horrifying So I'm sittin on a fence I'm just sittin' on a fence You can say I got no sense Trying to make up my mind Really is too horrifying So I'm sittin on a fence The day can come when you get old and sick and tired of life You just never realize Maybe the choice you made wasn't really right But you go out and you don't come back at night, so I'm just sittin' on a fence You can say I got no sense Trying to make up my mind Really is too horrifying So I'm sittin on a fence
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Written by: Keith Richards, Mick Jagger
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11 facts about this song
Song Specifics"Sittin' on a Fence" is a song by English rock band The Rolling Stones featured on their 1967 compilation album "Flowers".
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Primary CreatorsThe song was written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, the Stones' primary songwriting team.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics of "Sittin' on a Fence" express indecisiveness and hesitancy towards making a choice, reflecting the socio-political uncertainty of the mid-1960s.
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Recording DetailsIt was originally recorded during the "Aftermath" album sessions, which ran from December 3, 1965 – March 6, 1966.
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Album AssignmentDespite being composed during the "Aftermath" sessions, it was left off the album for unknown reasons and released later in the "Flowers" compilation.
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Unique Release StyleThe track uniquely didn't appear on a UK album until "The Rolling Stones No. 2," reflecting the band's often confusing early discography with different versions and listing of albums between the UK and the United States.
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Genre Classification"Sittin' on a Fence," like much of The Rolling Stones’ early work, is considered a blend of rock and roll, R&B, and pop.
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Unusual Music VideoIn contrast to most of the Stones' official music videos, "Sittin' on a Fence" video clip features the band miming to the track whilst sitting on a fence, providing a literal interpretation of the song's title.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various artists, including British singer-songwriter Chris Farlowe whose version was produced by Mick Jagger.
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Iconic InstrumentsThe notable twangy guitar sound in "Sittin' on a Fence" is derived from a 12-string guitar played by Brian Jones. This feature contributed significantly to the unique sound of the song.
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Audience ReceptionDespite not being one of the iconic Rolling Stones' hits, "Sittin' on a Fence" has earned cult status among Stones’ fans due to its lyrical depth and distinctive sound.
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