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. Since 1980 he has put out all of his albums as Ronnie Wood.
Seven Days
Ronnie Wood Lyrics
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I'll be waiting at the station for her to arrive
Seven more days, all I gotta do is survive.
She been gone ever since I been a child
Ever since I seen her smile, I ain't forgotten her eyes.
She had a face that could outshine the sun in the skies.
Maybe guilty of hesitatin', I just been holdin' on
Seven more days, all that'll be gone.
There's kissing in the valley,
Thieving in the alley,
Fighting every inch of the way.
Trying to be tender
With somebody I remember
In a night that's always brighter'n the day.
Seven days, seven more days that are connected
Just like I expected, she'll be comin' on forth,
My beautiful comrade from the north.
There's kissing in the valley,
Thieving in the alley,
Fighting every inch of the way.
Trying to be tender
With somebody I remember
In a night that's always brighter'n the day.
The song "Seven Days" by Ronnie Wood is a heartfelt love song that describes the anticipation and excitement of waiting for someone special to return. The lyrics express the deep longing and affection the singer has for his lover, who has been away for a long time. The song reflects on childhood memories of the woman's beauty and the joy she brings to his life.
The first stanza sets the scene for the wait: the singer is eagerly awaiting the arrival of his loved one at the station, and he has only seven more days to endure before they are reunited. The second stanza reminisces about the woman's beauty and the impact she has had on the singer's life since childhood. The singer admits that he has been hesitant and guilty of holding back his feelings, but he is determined to let go and embrace the love that is waiting for him.
The chorus repeats the seven-day countdown to the reunion, highlighting the emotions of anticipation and excitement. The final verse describes the challenges of life without the woman, including fighting off temptations and trying to replace the comfort and love that she brings. But as the days dwindle down, the singer's thoughts remain focused on his beloved's return, and the joy that she will bring back into his life.
Line by Line Meaning
Seven days, seven more days she'll be comin'
In seven days, she will finally come back after being gone for a long time.
I'll be waiting at the station for her to arrive
I will be eagerly waiting for her at the station, anxious to see her again.
Seven more days, all I gotta do is survive.
I just need to hold on for seven more days until she returns, and then everything will be okay.
She been gone ever since I been a child
She has been absent from my life since I was a child.
Ever since I seen her smile, I ain't forgotten her eyes.
Despite not seeing her for so long, I still remember her beautiful smile and captivating eyes.
She had a face that could outshine the sun in the skies.
Her face was so radiant that it seemed to be brighter than the sun itself.
I been good, I been good while I been waitin'
I have been patient and well-behaved during the time I have waited for her to return.
Maybe guilty of hesitatin', I just been holdin' on
I may have been hesitant at times, but ultimately I have been holding on and waiting for her.
There's kissing in the valley, Thieving in the alley, Fighting every inch of the way.
Even though there is love and joy in some parts of the world, there is also crime and conflict to contend with.
Trying to be tender With somebody I remember In a night that's always brighter'n the day.
I am trying to be gentle and loving with the person I remember from my past, even in the darkness of night when things can seem bleak.
Seven more days, all that'll be gone.
After seven days, all of the waiting and uncertainty will finally be over, and she will be back in my life once again.
Seven more days that are connected Just like I expected, she'll be comin' on forth, My beautiful comrade from the north.
The next seven days will be crucial, as they will connect me with the one I have been waiting for - my beautiful companion from the north.
Contributed by Charlie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@CornPop471
Ron's multitasking is amazing
@annbugbee5623
I Totally AGREE. Is there Anything He Can't Play,Harp,Guitar,and THAT SLIDE GUITAR,THAT WOULD PROBABLY BE MY FAVORITE FIR ME.BUT HIS VOICE ALSO, Found my glasses,don't like to write in CAPS,Eyes ain't so great,Anyway have a Great Day,Walter B.Memphis. 😛👍💯
@petemoss1372
Is there anything this man couldn't do? Hasn't done? It's amazing to think he's stood behind the best and never been outshone.
@gregstuart6622
That’s the perfect way to describe Ron’s career. He has worked with so many top shelf musicians and always left his mark. I can’t imagine how much more impoverished our sonic landscape would be without his decades of fine work.
@rockinrobert100
Absolutely true.
He is also one helluva artist.
He is very serious about his paintings. If you haven't seen his work, check it out.
And, his wife Sally....Gorgeous.
@beaurzaiz
I saw The Stones 2 days ago, had seen them in 2007 already and loved them, but this time... Ronnie absolutely nailed it. As you say, he didn't outshine the rest, but man, he did absolutely not go unnoticed... Still recovering from it... Actually, hope to never recover from it...
@RollinWalter-hg1jg
@robert butler Ronnie is a Fantastic Artist.l have seen some of His Paintings,Absolutely Phenomenal. 👋.
@lisaleming4132
Ronnie ..oh my gosh. ..hey buddy. ..let's dive the waves those waves. At sunset
@MrSparklespring
Seven more Ronnie Woods yeah! 😅
@jimmurphy7390
All of Woods solo albums are excellent