Beast of Burden

The Rolling Stones

About Beast of Burden

"Beast of Burden" is a song by English rock band The Rolling Stones, featured on the 1978 album Some Girls. In 2004, Rolling Stone magazine ranked the song #435 on their list of "The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time" and #433 on the 500 Greatest Rock and Roll Songs of All Time.


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I'll never be your beast of burden
My back is broad but it's a hurting
All I want is for you to make love to me
I'll never be your beast of burden
I've walked for miles my feet are hurting
All I want is you to make love to me

Am I hard enough
Am I rough enough
Am I rich enough
I'm not too blind to see

I'll never be your beast of burden
So let's go home and draw the curtains
Music on the radio
Come on baby make sweet love to me

Am I hard enough
Am I rough enough
Am I rich enough
I'm not too blind to see

Oh little sister
Pretty, pretty, pretty, pretty, girl
You're a pretty, pretty, such a pretty, pretty, pretty girl
Come on baby please, please, please

I'll tell ya
You can put me out
On the street
Put me out
With no shoes on my feet
But, put me out, put me out
Put me out of misery

Yeah, all your sickness
I can suck it up
Throw it all at me
I can shrug it off
There's one thing baby
That I don't understand
You keep on telling me
I ain't your kind of man

Ain't I rough enough, ooh baby
Ain't I tough enough
Ain't I rich enough, in love enough
Ooh, ooh please

I'll never be your beast of burden
I'll never be your beast of burden
Never, never, never, never, never, never, never be

I'll never be your beast of burden
I've walked for miles, my feet are hurting
All I want is you to make love to me

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The Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones are an English rock band formed in Dartford in 1962. The earliest settled line-up consisted of Brian Jones (guitar, harmonica), Ian Stewart (keyboards, piano), Mick Jagger (lead vocals, harmonica), Keith Richards (guitar, vocals), Bill Wyman (bass) and Charlie Watts (drums). Since Wyman's retirement in 1993, the band's full members have been Jagger, Richards, Watts and guitarist Ronnie Wood who joined in 1975. Darryl Jones (bassist) and Chuck Leavell (keyboardist) are regular contributors but not full band members. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducted the Rolling Stones in 1989, noting that "critical acclaim and popular consensus has accorded them the title of the “World’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band.”Rolling Stone magazine ranked them 4… more »

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Written by: Keith Richards, Mick Jagger

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14 facts about this song

Release Date
"Beast of Burden" was released in 1978 as part of The Rolling Stones' studio album "Some Girls."
Song Inspiration
It is believed that the song's title comes from a phrase that means someone who carries a heavy load, often referring to workhorses or donkeys.
Song Meaning
The track can be interpreted as a dramatic love song where Mick Jagger, the lead vocalist, is expressing his willingness to carry someone's burden.
Song Writers
The song was written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, the band's leading members.
Billboard Ranking
"Beast of Burden" peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Popular Covers
It has been covered by numerous artists, one of the most notable being Bette Midler in 1984.
Music Video
A music video was produced for the song in 1978, featuring the band recording in a Paris studio.
Live Performance
Despite being a successful single, "Beast of Burden" was not frequently performed live by The Rolling Stones, although it did make a resurgence during the 21st century in their concert setlists.
Notable Lyrics
The often quoted lyrics are "I'll never be your beast of burden, My back is broad but it's a hurting."
Keith Richards' Solo
The song features a famous guitar solo performed by Richards, marking it as dual compositions, both lyrically and musically.
Album Success
The album "Some Girls" was a significant success for the Rolling Stones, revitalizing their career after a period of decline.
In Media
"Beast of Burden" has made appearances in several films and TV series, including "The Big Chill," "Flight," and “This Is Us.”
Reinterpretation
The song has been reinterpreted in various genres, including pop, folk and even country music.
Legacy
Over the years, "Beast of Burden" has become one of The Rolling Stones' most iconic songs, symbolizing their unique blend of rock and blues.

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