Citadel
The Rolling Stones
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Men are armed shout who goes there We have journeyed far from here Armed with bibles make us swear Candy and taffy, hope we both are well Please come see me in the citadel Flags are flying, dollar bills Round the heights of concrete hills You can see the pinnacles Candy and taffy, hope we both are well Please come see me in the citadel In the streets are many walls Hear the peasants come and crawl You can hear their lovers call Candy and taffy, hope we both are well Please come see me in the citadel Screaming people fly so fast In their shiny metal cars Through the woods of steel and glass Candy and taffy, hope we both are well Please come see me in the citadel
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Written by: KEITH RICHARDS, MICK JAGGER
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10 facts about this song
Album Contribution"Citadel" is a track in the album "Their Satanic Majesties Request" by The Rolling Stones, the band's sixth studio album in their native UK.
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Release ChronicleThe song was recorded and released in 1967, with the band undergoing considerable experimentation during this period.
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Role of MembersWhile Mick Jagger provides the lead vocals, both Keith Richards and Brian Jones offer backing vocals. The electric guitars are chiefly handled by Keith Richards and Brian Jones.
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Style of Music"Citadel" is considered a psychedelic rock track, fitting in with the overall thematic texture of the "Their Satanic Majesties Request" album.
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Contextual ContentThe lyrics reportedly reference urban landscapes and describe a citadel as an imposing fortress or stronghold.
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No Solo PerformanceDespite the popularity of the Rolling Stones, "Citadel" has never been performed live by the band.
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InterpretationSome have interpreted the song to be a commentary on consumer culture and the hollow allure of commercialism.
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ReceptionThough the album "Their Satanic Majesties Request" received mixed reviews, "Citadel" is often singled out as a standout track.
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CoversThe song was covered by the band, The Damned, releasing it as a B-side to their single "Eloise" in 1986.
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InfluenceThe song’s push towards psychedelia was influenced by the contemporary works of The Beatles, particularly the album "Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band".
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