Let It Loose

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About Let It Loose

"Let It Loose" is a song by the Rolling Stones which was released as the last song on side three of their 1972 double album Exile on Main St..


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Who's that woman on your arm
All dressed up to do you harm
And I'm hip to what she'll do,
Give her just about a month or two.

Bit off more than I can chew
And I knew what it was leading to,
Some things, well, I can't refuse,
One of them, one of them the bedroom blues.

She delivers right on time, I can't resist a corny line,
But take the shine right off you shoes,
Carryin', carryin' the bedroom blues.

In the bar you're getting drunk,
I ain't in love, I ain't in luck.
Hide the switch and shut the light,
Let it all come down tonight.
Maybe your friends think I'm just a stranger,
Some face you'll never see no more.
Let it all come down tonight.
Keep those tears hid out of sight,
Let it loose, let it all come down.
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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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10 facts about this song

Album Inclusion
"Let It Loose" is a song from the Rolling Stones' 1972 album, "Exile on Main St." This double album is often regarded as one of the greatest in the history of rock music.
Lyrical Content
The lyrics of "Let It Loose" are a depiction of lust and regret, with Mick Jagger confessing to temptation and scandal.
Musical Composition
The song features a soulful gospel style, reflective of their exploration of American roots music. This is further amplified with the addition of a choir towards the end of the song.
Backing Vocals
The song features backing vocals from Tami Lynn, Dr. John, and Clydie King among others, bringing a rich texture to the sound.
Evolution in Sound
"Let it Loose" is considered a testament to the Stones' evolution in sound, stepping away from their blues-rock roots to incorporate more varied American music influences.
Unperformed Live
Despite its fan-favorite status, "Let It Loose" has never been performed live by The Rolling Stones.
Filmmaker's Favorite
The song was included in the Martin Scorsese film "The Departed". Scorsese is a noted fan of the Rolling Stones and often includes their music in his films.
Track Placement
The song is the last track on the third side of the double LP of "Exile on Main St."
Recording Location
Like many songs on the album "Exile on Main St.", "Let It Loose" was recorded in a villa in the south of France named Nellcôte, where Keith Richards was living as a tax exile.
Production
The song, along with the entire "Exile on Main St." album, was produced by Jimmy Miller, marking the last full album he would produce for the Rolling Stones.

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