Carol

Chuck Berry

About Carol

"Carol" is a song written and recorded by Chuck Berry, first released by Chess Records in 1958, with "Hey Pedro" as the B-side. The single reached number 18 on Billboard's Hot 100 and number nine on the magazine's R&B chart. In 1959, it was included on his first compilation album, Chuck Berry Is on Top. Berry employs his well-known guitar figure, which AllMusic critic Matthew Greenwald describes as "a guitar lick that indeed propelled not just Berry's greatest works, but the rock & roll genre itself. " The Rolling Stones recorded it in 1964 for their debut album and a live version was released on Get Yer Ya-Ya's Out! (1969). A live recording from Oakland in November 1969 is included in the bootleg Live'r Than You'll Ever Be. Their recordings were preceded by a performance by the Beatles in 1963, later included on Live at the BBC (1994). Several other artists have also recorded the song. 


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Oh Carol, don't let him steal your heart away
I'm gonna learn to dance if it takes me all night and day

Climb into my machine so we can cruise on out
I know a swingin' little joint where we can jump and shout
It's not too far back off the highway, not so long a ride
You park your car out in the open, you can walk inside
A little cutie takes your hat and you can thank her, ma'am
Every time you make the scene you find the joint is jammed

Oh Carol, don't let him steal your heart away
I'm gonna learn to dance if it takes me all night and day

And if you want to hear some music like the boys are playin'
Hold tight, pat your foot, don't let 'em carry it away
Don't let the heat overcome you when they play so loud
Oh, don't the music intrigue you when they get a crowd
You can't dance, I know you wish you could
I got my eyes on you baby, 'cause you dance so good

Oh Carol, don't let him steal your heart away
I'm gonna learn to dance if it takes me all night and day

Don't let him steal your heart away
I've got to learn to dance if it takes you all night and day
Oh Carol

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Chuck Berry

Charles Edward Anderson "Chuck" Berry (born October 18, 1926) is an American guitarist, singer and songwriter, and one of the pioneers of rock and roll music. With songs such as "Maybellene" (1955), "Roll Over Beethoven" (1956), "Rock and Roll Music" (1957) and "Johnny B. Goode" (1958), Chuck Berry refined and developed rhythm and blues into the major elements that made rock and roll distinctive, with lyrics focusing on teen life and consumerism and utilizing guitar solos and showmanship that would be a major influence on subsequent rock music. more »

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Written by: Chuck Berry

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Release Information
Released in 1958, "Carol" is a popular rock-and-roll song by American music legend Chuck Berry.
Songwriting
The song was penned by Chuck Berry himself displaying his adept song-writing skills.
Guitar Mastery
The piece showcases Berry's guitar mastery, with its memorable riff and upbeat rhythm that's characteristic of his style.
Inspirational Piece
It's proven to be influential over the years, inspiring numerous covers and adaptations by various artists.
Chart Performance
Although "Carol" wasn't a massive chart hit like some of Berry's other numbers, it did reach number 28 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Notable Covers
One iconic version of "Carol" was performed by The Rolling Stones. They included it in their second studio album, 'The Rolling Stones No. 2', released in 1965.
Live Recordings
The Rolling Stones also featured the song in their album "Get Yer Ya-Ya's Out!" as a live recording from their concert at Madison Square Garden.
1969 Concert
Chuck Berry, joined by Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones, performed "Carol" in a 1969 concert, and the performance is widely documented in the documentary "Gimme Shelter."
Movie Appearance
The song was featured in the opening scenes of the film "Pirate Radio" (US title: "The Boat That Rocked") showcasing its timeless appeal.
Lifetime Achievement
Berry's legacy, including his creation "Carol", earned him a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1984, in recognition of his influential contributions to the music industry.

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