Ronnie was raised in a musical family. His older brothers, Art and Ted, were active in the skiffle & traditional jazz scenes.
Ronnie has been in The Rolling Stones since 1975. He previously was a songwriter and backing musician with Rod Stewart when both were in 1970s rock group the Faces.
Wood met Stewart when they were employed in the Jeff Beck Group in the late 1960s. Prior to that Wood had been in bands in the London mod scene: The Birds, who dissolved in 1966, and - very briefly - The Creation.
Wood is an accomplished artist (painter), he collaborated on numerous all-star musical projects and recorded several solo studio and live albums. His autobiography, entitled Ronnie, was published in 2007.
As a solo recording artist Ronnie Wood is a particularly tricky case when it comes to Last.fm stats. On the sleeves of two of his studio solo albums from the 1970s his name is Ron Wood. However, since 1980 he has put out all of his albums as Ronnie Wood.
Josephine
Ron Wood Lyrics
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Our eyes met and we began to dance
I saw a beach, I could hear the shore
When all the time I'm in a Woolworth store
Jo Josephine
I make her hum, she makes me sing
Jo Josephine
With just one touch
She makes the hardest wood soft
My baby turns me on, not off
Sometimes, sometimes when you bring me down
Still I like having you around
Jo Josephine
I make her hum, she makes me sing
Jo Josephine
I make you moan, you make me scream
When I'm lost I can't find her anywhere
I turn up my nose to sniff the air
Odor so sweet, I know that she's there
I don't need to run, I don't need to hide
My Jo never leaves my side
Don't need no headache from no one-night-stand
I'd rather use my baby's right hand
Jo Josephine
You make me moan, you make me scream
Jo Josephine
I make her hum, she makes me sing
Jo Josephine
I'm the king and you're my queen
Jo Josephine
She's my love, you know what I mean
When I'm lost I can't find her anywhere
I turn up my nose to sniff the air
Odor so sweet, I know that she's there
Jo Josephine
Jo, come talk to me
Jo, what was that you said
Jo, come talk to me
The song "Josephine" by Ron Wood is a love song that embodies the feelings of a man who has found his soul mate. The lyrics are written in a way that makes it easy for the listener to imagine a fairytale love story as it begins with "A fairytale, a storybook romance." This phrase sets the tone for the song, introducing the theme of an idealized love that is being narrated as a story. The line "Our eyes met and we began to dance" tells of how the two lovers met and how their romance started with a simple act of dancing together.
The lyrics also describe how the singer's love for Josephine fulfills his every desire in life. The line "I make her hum, she makes me sing" symbolizes how their relationship is a perfect match, where both partners bring out the best in each other. The phrases "She makes the hardest wood soft" and "I make her moan, she makes me scream" indicate the physical aspect of their relationship, while also suggesting the deep emotional connection they share.
Towards the end of the song, the singer declares his love for Josephine and how he never wants to lose her. The phrase "My Jo never leaves my side" explains how he can always count on her to be there for him. The song ends with the singer asking Josephine to "come talk to me," emphasizing the importance of communication in their relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
A fairytale, a storybook romance
The relationship with Josephine appears to be a perfect and dreamlike love story.
Our eyes met and we began to dance
The attraction and chemistry between Ron and Josephine sparked instantly.
I saw a beach, I could hear the shore
When all the time I'm in a Woolworth store
Ron's imagination is so strong that he could picture himself in paradise despite being in a mundane and ordinary setting like a Woolworth store.
Jo Josephine
I make her hum, she makes me sing
Jo Josephine
I make her moan, she makes me scream
Ron and Josephine have a passionate and intense physical relationship where they both pleasure and satisfy each other.
With just one touch
She makes the hardest wood soft
My baby turns me on, not off
Josephine has the power to arouse and excite Ron, and make him feel the opposite of impotence.
Sometimes, sometimes when you bring me down
Still I like having you around
Although Josephine may have her flaws or drawbacks that may bring Ron's mood down, he still enjoys her company and presence.
When I'm lost I can't find her anywhere
I turn up my nose to sniff the air
Odor so sweet, I know that she's there
Ron has grown so accustomed to Josephine's scent and presence that even when he can't physically see her, he knows she's nearby.
I don't need to run, I don't need to hide
My Jo never leaves my side
Don't need no headache from no one-night-stand
I'd rather use my baby's right hand
Ron would rather be faithful to Josephine than pursue fleeting sexual encounters, and he doesn't feel the need to hide anything from her.
Jo Josephine
You make me moan, you make me scream
Jo Josephine
I make her hum, she makes me sing
Jo Josephine
I'm the king and you're my queen
Jo Josephine
She's my love, you know what I mean
Ron affirms his love and attraction for Josephine, describing how they both satisfy and complement each other, and how he feels like a king with her by his side.
Jo, come talk to me
Jo, what was that you said
Jo, come talk to me
Ron wants to communicate and connect with Josephine, valuing their dialogue and conversation.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ERIC WOOD
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@MarshmallowYow
A fairytale, a storybook romance
Our eyes met and we began to dance
I saw a beach, I could hear the shore
When all the time I'm in a Woolworth store
Jo Josephine
I make her hum, she makes me sing
Jo Josephine
I make her moan, she makes me scream
With just one touch
She makes the hardest wood soft
My baby turns me on, not off
Sometimes, sometimes when you bring me down
Still I like having you around
Jo Josephine
I make her hum, she makes me sing
Jo Josephine
I make you moan, you make me scream
When I'm lost I can't find her anywhere
I turn up my nose to sniff the air
Odor so sweet, I know that she's there
I don't need to run, I don't need to hide
My Jo never leaves my side
Don't need no headache from no one-night-stand
I'd rather use my baby's right hand
Jo Josephine
You make me moan, you make me scream
Jo Josephine
I make her hum, she makes me sing
Jo Josephine
I'm the king and you're my queen
Jo Josephine
She's my love, you know what I mean
When I'm lost I can't find her anywhere
I turn up my nose to sniff the air
Odor so sweet, I know that she's there
Jo Josephine
Jo, come talk to me
Jo, what was that you said
Jo, come talk to me
@awickedtribe
Ronnie Wood has been one of my favorite guitarists for more than 40 years and he keeps getting better.
@MarshmallowYow
A fairytale, a storybook romance
Our eyes met and we began to dance
I saw a beach, I could hear the shore
When all the time I'm in a Woolworth store
Jo Josephine
I make her hum, she makes me sing
Jo Josephine
I make her moan, she makes me scream
With just one touch
She makes the hardest wood soft
My baby turns me on, not off
Sometimes, sometimes when you bring me down
Still I like having you around
Jo Josephine
I make her hum, she makes me sing
Jo Josephine
I make you moan, you make me scream
When I'm lost I can't find her anywhere
I turn up my nose to sniff the air
Odor so sweet, I know that she's there
I don't need to run, I don't need to hide
My Jo never leaves my side
Don't need no headache from no one-night-stand
I'd rather use my baby's right hand
Jo Josephine
You make me moan, you make me scream
Jo Josephine
I make her hum, she makes me sing
Jo Josephine
I'm the king and you're my queen
Jo Josephine
She's my love, you know what I mean
When I'm lost I can't find her anywhere
I turn up my nose to sniff the air
Odor so sweet, I know that she's there
Jo Josephine
Jo, come talk to me
Jo, what was that you said
Jo, come talk to me
@marianoalessio8286
this man is pure rock and roll!!!!!
@evadebruijn
got this song in my head so often, which to me is proof the song rocks :)
gotta love them catchy tunes
@tarahcassidy8287
Brilliant song
@gtrjay55
I'm sure this is his best album but I was so knocked out by Now Look 44 years ago and I still am. I've always been a huge fan, Woody is the main reason I'm going to see the Stones for the 8th time.
@Womble1252
https://youtu.be/HWy1hJe-7uI heard this with Wood?
@johnwallace9964
Still as fresh as when Ron released it.
Great (subtle) guitars...
@sfshinz
I love Woody's asthmatic solos.
@patcollins6269
I love Ronnie Wood! Always have - always will!!!