Bitch
The Rolling Stones
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Feeling so tired, can't understand it Just had a fortnight's sleep I'm feeling so tired, I'm so distracted Ain't touched a thing all week I'm feeling drunk, juiced up and sloppy Ain't touched a drink all night I'm feeling hungry, can't see the reason Just ate a horse meat pie Yeah when you call my name I salivate like a Pavlov dog Yeah when you lay me out My heart is beating louder than a big bass drum, alright Yeah, you got to mix it child You got to fix it must be love It's a bitch, yeah You got to mix it child You got to fix it but love It's a bitch, alright Sometimes I'm sexy, move like a stud Like kicking the stall all night Sometimes I'm so shy, got to be worked on Don't have no bark or bite, alright Yeah when you call my name I salivate like a Pavlov dog Yeah when you lay me out My heart is bumpin' louder than a big bass drum, alright I said hey, yeah I feel alright now Got to be a Hey, I feel alright now Hey hey hey Hey hey yeah Hey hey hey Hey hey yeah Hey hey hey Hey hey yeah Hey hey hey Hey hey yeah Hey hey hey
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Written by: KEITH RICHARDS, MICK JAGGER
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13 facts about this song
Album ReleaseThe song "Bitch" was released as part of The Rolling Stones' eleventh UK and thirteenth US album, "Sticky Fingers," in 1971.
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B-side TrackInterestingly, "Bitch" was not a standalone single. It was released as a B-side track to the primary single "Brown Sugar."
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Recording SessionsThe recording sessions for "Bitch" took place in October 1970 at the legendary Stargroves, Mick Jagger's English country house, and Olympic Sound Studios in London.
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Live PerformancesAlthough not as popular as some of their other hits, The Rolling Stones often included "Bitch" in their live show setlists.
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Bass LineThe song is famous for its prominent, fast-paced, funk-inspired bass line played by Bill Wyman.
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Saxophone ContributionThe song also features a saxophone part played by Bobby Keys which adds a unique touch to its hard rock sound.
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InfluenceThe heavy, driving rock & roll sound of "Bitch" has influenced a number of later bands, including Guns N' Roses, who played the song during their 1987 Appetite for Destruction tour.
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Cover VersionsWhile not as frequently covered as other Rolling Stones hits, "Bitch" has been performed by several other musicians including Devo and Tesla.
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Album Art ControversyThe "Sticky Fingers" album, with "Bitch" appearing on it, is famous for its controversial Andy Warhol-designed cover featuring a strategically placed zipper.
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Television PerformanceThe Stones performed "Bitch" live on television only once, on the popular UK show Top Of The Pops, in 1971.
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CreditsThe song was credited to Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, the principal creative force behind The Rolling Stones.
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Unique MasteringFor "Bitch," the band used a different mastering process called Direct Metal Mastering (DMM), which offers a greater range of audio frequencies and reduces the chance of distortion.
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SoundThe song’s mix of brass and electric guitar was a significant departure from The Rolling Stones’ more traditional blues rock sound. Instead, "Bitch" offered a blend of rock, funk, and soul.
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