Yesterday's Papers

The Rolling Stones

About Yesterday's Papers

Yesterday's Papers is a song by the Rolling Stones from their 1967 album, Between the Buttons. It was the first song that Mick Jagger wrote by himself for the group. It appears as the opening track on the UK version of the album and on the US version as the second track.


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1967
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Who wants yesterdays papers 
Who wants yesterdays girl 
Who wants yesterdays papers 
Nobody in the world 

After this time I finally learned 
After the pain and hurt 
After all this what have I achieved 
I've realized it's time to leave 

Cause 
Who wants yesterdays papers 
Who wants yesterdays girl 
Who wants yesterdays papers 
Nobody in the world 

Living a life of constant change 
Every day means the turn of a page 
Yesterdays papers are such bad news 
Same thing applies to me and you 

Who wants yesterdays papers 
Who wants yesterdays girl 
Who wants yesterdays papers 
Nobody in the world 

Seems very hard to have just one girl 
When there's a million in the world 
All of these people just can't wait 
To fall right into their big mistake 

Who wants yesterdays papers 
Who wants yesterdays girl 
Who wants yesterdays papers 
Nobody in the world

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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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15 facts about this song

Track Details
"Yesterday's Papers" is a song by the English rock band, The Rolling Stones and it was released in 1967.
Album Inclusion
This track is a part of the band's album titled “Between the Buttons”, which is their fifth British and seventh American studio album.
Songwriter Information
The song was penned by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, the band's chief songwriting duo.
Unique History
"Yesterday's Papers" is unique as it is generally recognized as the first song that the Rolling Stones arranged for a non-R&B, non-rock'n'roll style of instrumentation.
Instrumental Work
The track stands out for its use of marimba, a rare musical instrument choice for the rock genre during that era.
Song Concept
"Yesterday's Papers" is about a man who is considering his relationship from the past, comparing it to the reading of yesterday's newspapers.
Critic Reviews
The song is known for its melancholic melody and has been praised by music critics for its catchy tune and introspective lyricism.
First Song Experience
This track is notably the first song that the Rolling Stones recorded without founder and original leader, Brian Jones.
Rarity in Concerts
"Yesterday's Papers" is one the songs that the Rolling Stones have never performed live in concerts.
Evolutionary Milestone
This song is often seen as showing a new step in the evolution of the band's music – a move towards more complex arrangements and diversification of style.
Controversial Theme
The theme of "Yesterday's Papers" was regarded as controversial in 1967, as it depicts a somewhat misogynistic view of relationships.
Sound Engineer Contribution
Sound engineer Dave Hassinger played a crucial role in the recording of 'Yesterday's Papers,' assisting in firstly achieving its unique sound.
Not A Single
Despite its popularity, "Yesterday's Papers" was never released as a single.
Keyboard Support
Jack Nitzsche and Ian Stewart, both were long-time collaborators of The Rolling Stones, provided keyboard support for this song.
Artistic Value
The song is appreciated for its exploration of different musical palettes, therefore contributing significantly to the Stones' broad range of song styles.

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