Winter

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About Winter

"Winter" is a song by English rock and roll band the Rolling Stones featured on their 1973 album Goats Head Soup. It bears many similarities to "Moonlight Mile" from their 1971 album Sticky Fingers. Credited to singer Mick Jagger and guitarist Keith Richards, "Winter" is actually the work of Jagger and the Stones' lead guitarist at the time, Mick Taylor. It was the first song recorded for the album and does not feature Richards.


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And it sure been a cold, cold winter 
And the wind ain't been blowin' from the south 
It's sure been a cold, cold winter 
And a lotta love is all burned out 

It sure been a hard, hard winter 
My feet been draggin' 'cross the ground 
And I hope it's gonna be a long, hot summer 
And a lotta love will be burnin' bright 

And I wish I been out in California 
When the lights on all the Christmas trees went out 
But I been burnin' my bell, book and candle 
And the restoration plays have all gone 'round 

It sure been a cold, cold winter 
My feet been draggin' 'cross the ground 
And the fields has all been brown and fallow 
And the springtime take a long way around 

Yeah, and I wish I been out in Stone Canyon 
When the lights on all the Christmas trees went out 
But I been burnin' my bell, book and candle 
And the restoration plays have all gone 'round 

Sometimes I think about you, baby 
Sometimes I cry about you 

Sometimes I want to wrap my coat around you 
Sometimes I want to keep you warm 
Sometimes I want to wrap my coat around you 
Sometimes I want to but I can't afford you

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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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10 facts about this song

Album Release
The song "Winter" by The Rolling Stones is from their 11th studio album, "Goats Head Soup," which was released in 1973.
Co-creators
This song was written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, the leading members of The Rolling Stones.
No Richards
Despite being a co-writer, Keith Richards doesn't actually play on the song.
Musical Style
"Winter" is a ballad that complements the band's rock and roll style with softer, more introspective lyrics and music.
Credits Controversy
There was some controversy regarding the song's credits, as Mick Taylor, the band's guitarist at the time, claimed that he co-wrote the song with Jagger but was not given credit.
Making Process
The recordings for "Winter" started in Jamaica, which is ironic considering the title of the song.
Background Vocals
Background vocals for "Winter" are provided by Clydie King, Venetta Fields, and Nicky Hopkins who were regular contributors to The Rolling Stones' music during this era.
Release Reception
"Winter" wasn't released as a single, but it has still won a cult following among fans of The Rolling Stones for its soulful lyrics and captivating music.
Eclectic Instrumentation
The song includes a string arrangement by Nick Harrison, which adds a layer of complexity to the rock ballad.
Live Performances
Despite its popularity among fans, "Winter" has never been performed live by The Rolling Stones.

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