24 Karat Gold

Stevie Nicks

About 24 Karat Gold

"24 Karat Gold" is the fourth single from American singer/songwriter Stevie Nicks' eighth studio album 24 Karat Gold: Songs from the Vault. The single was released on September 23, 2014.


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2014
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Set me free, set me free
Is this what you wanted, to happen to me?
Golden wings in the sunset
Take me back
All alone I waited
But there was no one, out there

There were dreams to be sold (chain of chains)
My 24 karat gold (chain of chains)
There was some love to be sold (chain of chains)
You said you might be coming back to town (chain of chains)
All alone I waited

There was no one out there
In the rain she lay face down.
What is this freedom that she wanted
What kind of freedom...
What kind of game?

There were dreams to be sold (chain of chains)
My 24 karat gold  (chain of chains)
There was some love to be sold (chain of chains)
You said you might be coming back to town (chain of chains)

Set me free, set me free
Is this what you wanted, to happen to me?
Golden wings in the sunset
Take me back
All alone I waited
But there was no one, out there

There were dreams to be sold (chain of chains)
You like my 24 karat gold, chain of chains
(chain of chains)
(chain of chains)
You like my 24 karat gold
(chain of chains)
Yes you like my 24 karat gold

Yeah
My love

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Stevie Nicks

Stephanie Lynn "Stevie" Nicks (born May 26, 1948 in Phoenix, Arizona) is an American singer-songwriter, best known for her work with Fleetwood Mac and an extensive solo career, which collectively have produced over forty Top 50 hits and sold over 140 million albums. She was deemed "The Reigning Queen of Rock and Roll" and one of the "100 Greatest Singers of All Time" by Rolling Stone,and, as a member of Fleetwood Mac, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998. As a solo artist, she has garnered eight Grammy Award nominations and, with Fleetwood Mac, a further five. more »

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Written by: STEPHANIE NICKS

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"24 Karat Gold" was initially written by Stevie Nicks around 1974 and 1975. It is one of her early, previously unreleased songs.
Album Originality
Despite being written in the mid-70s, "24 Karat Gold" was first officially recorded and released in Nicks' 2014 album, ironically titled "24 Karat Gold: Songs from the Vault."
Demo Release
Before the 2014 release, a demo of the song was included in Nicks' 1981 album "Bella Donna," though it did not make the cut for the album's official track list.
Song Creation
According to Stevie Nicks, "24 Karat Gold" was created out of her desires and dreams of wealth and opulence during her early career.
Reflection of Past
In the song, Stevie Nicks reflects on the transient nature of fame, fortune, and relationships. The lyrics discuss an old flame offering her a ring of 24-karat gold only for it to be lost along the way, symbolic of how fleeting such affections can be.
Songwriting Style
"24 Karat Gold" follows Nicks' typical songwriting style, with the lyrics being poetic, deep, and reasonably open to multiple interpretations. This style is a reflection of her influences from artists like Bob Dylan and Joni Mitchell.
Musical Composition
Musically, "24 Karat Gold" is an upbeat rock song with a rich arrangement of instruments, including guitars, keyboard, and drums. The song showcases Nicks' unmistakable, raspy vocals.
Visual Companion
Along with the album release in 2014, a photo book was also published. It featured Polaroid selfies that Nicks had taken throughout her career, each paired with a song from "24 Karat Gold: Songs from the Vault." It provided a visual companion to the music.
Song Popularity
Even though "24 Karat Gold" did not chart as a single, the album "24 Karat Gold: Songs from the Vault" debuted at number seven on the U.S. Billboard 200, proving its popularity among her fans.
Live Performances
"24 Karat Gold" has been included in several of Nicks' concert setlists, beginning with her 2016-2017 "24 Karat Gold Tour." It served as the title track and thus played a significant role in her performances.

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