Rooted in blues and early rock and roll, the Rolling Stones started out playing covers and were at the forefront of the British Invasion in 1964, becoming identified with the youthful and rebellious counterculture of the 1960s. They then found greater success with their own material, as "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" (1965), "Get Off of My Cloud" (1965), and "Paint It Black" (1966) became international number-one hits. Aftermath (1966) – their first entirely original album – is considered by The Daily Telegraph to be the most important of their formative records. In 1967, they had the double-sided hit "Ruby Tuesday"/"Let's Spend the Night Together" and experimented with psychedelic rock on Their Satanic Majesties Request. They returned to their rhythm and blues roots with hit songs such as "Jumpin' Jack Flash" (1968) and "Honky Tonk Women" (1969), and albums such as Beggars Banquet (1968), featuring "Sympathy for the Devil", and Let It Bleed (1969), featuring "You Can't Always Get What You Want" and "Gimme Shelter". Let It Bleed was the first of five consecutive number-one albums in the UK.
Jones left the band shortly before his death in 1969, having been replaced by guitarist Mick Taylor. That year they were first introduced on stage as "The Greatest Rock and Roll Band in the World". Sticky Fingers (1971), which yielded "Brown Sugar" and included the first usage of their tongue and lips logo, was their first of eight consecutive number-one studio albums in the US. Exile on Main St. (1972), featuring "Tumbling Dice", and Goats Head Soup (1973), yielding the hit ballad "Angie", were also best sellers. Taylor was replaced by Ron Wood in 1974. The band continued to release successful albums, including their two largest sellers: Some Girls (1978), featuring "Miss You", and Tattoo You (1981), featuring "Start Me Up". Steel Wheels (1989) was widely considered a comeback album and was followed by Voodoo Lounge (1994), a worldwide number-one album. Both releases were promoted by large stadium and arena tours, as the Stones continued to be a huge concert attraction; by 2007 they had recorded the all-time highest-grossing concert tour three times, and as recently as 2021 they were the highest-earning live act of the year. From Wyman's departure in 1993 to Watts' death in 2021, the band continued as a four-piece core, with Darryl Jones playing bass on tour and on most studio recordings, while Steve Jordan became their touring drummer following Watts' death. Their 2016 album, Blue & Lonesome, became their twelfth UK number-one album.
The Rolling Stones' estimated record sales of 200 million make them one of the best-selling music artists of all time. The band has won three Grammy Awards and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989 and the UK Music Hall of Fame in 2004. Billboard magazine and Rolling Stone have ranked the band as one of the greatest of all time.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Rolling_Stones
Studio albums
The Rolling Stones / England's Newest Hit Makers (1964)
12 X 5 (1964)
The Rolling Stones No. 2 / The Rolling Stones, Now! (1965)
Out of Our Heads (1965)
December's Children (And Everybody's) (1965)
Aftermath (1966)
Between the Buttons (1967)
Their Satanic Majesties Request (1967)
Beggars Banquet (1968)
Let It Bleed (1969)
Sticky Fingers (1971)
Exile on Main St. (1972)
Goats Head Soup (1973)
It's Only Rock 'n Roll (1974)
Black and Blue (1976)
Some Girls (1978)
Emotional Rescue (1980)
Tattoo You (1981)
Undercover (1983)
Dirty Work (1986)
Steel Wheels (1989)
Voodoo Lounge (1994)
Bridges to Babylon (1997)
A Bigger Bang (2005)
Blue & Lonesome (2016)
Hackney Diamonds (2023)
Jumpin Jack Flash
The Rolling Stones Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
And I howled at the morning driving rain
But it's all right now, in fact, it's a gas
But it's all right, I'm Jumpin' Jack Flash
It's a gas, gas, gas
I was raised by a toothless, bearded hag
I was schooled with a strap right across my back
But it's all right, I'm Jumpin' Jack Flash
It's a gas, gas, gas (ooh)
I was drowned, I was washed up and left for dead
I fell down to my feet and I saw they bled, yeah, yeah
I frowned at the crumbs of a crust of bread
Yeah, yeah, yeah
I was crowned with a spike right through my head, my, my, yeah
But it's all right now, in fact, it's a gas
But it's all right, I'm Jumpin' Jack Flash
It's a gas, gas, gas
Jumping Jack Flash, it's a gas
Jumping Jack Flash, it's a gas
Jumping Jack Flash, it's a gas
Jumping Jack Flash, it's a gas
Jumping Jack Flash, it's a gas
Jumping Jack Flash, it's a gas
"Jumpin' Jack Flash" is a classic rock song by The Rolling Stones that was released in 1968. The song starts off with the lyrics, "I was born in a cross-fire hurricane" which is a metaphorical description of the tough upbringing and experiences that the singer has gone through. The line, "I howled at the morning driving rain" suggests that despite the tough times, the singer remained resilient and determined. The chorus, "But it's all right now, in fact, it's a gas / But it's all right, I'm Jumpin' Jack Flash / It's a gas, gas, gas" is a celebration of survival and triumph over adversity.
The second verse, "I was raised by a toothless, bearded hag / I was schooled with a strap right across my back" suggests a difficult childhood and an authoritarian education system. The phrase, "it's all right now, in fact, it's a gas" again reiterates the concept of finding joy and positivity despite the hardships. The third verse refers to near-death experiences and the resilience to overcome them. The phrase, "I frowned at the crumbs of a crust of bread" suggests a lack of resources, but the chorus again reinforces the singer's ability to persevere.
Overall, "Jumpin' Jack Flash" is a powerful anthem of survival and celebrates the human ability to overcome adversity and find joy in challenging times.
Line by Line Meaning
I was born in a cross-fire hurricane
I come from a tumultuous, chaotic upbringing
And I howled at the morning driving rain
I expressed my pain and frustrations, even in solitude
But it's all right now, in fact, it's a gas
But things are good now, even enjoyable
But it's all right, I'm Jumpin' Jack Flash
But I am still able to overcome any obstacle, just like a superhero named Jumpin' Jack Flash
It's a gas, gas, gas
This life is exhilarating and full of unexpected joys
I was raised by a toothless, bearded hag
I was brought up by an eccentric, unconventional person
I was schooled with a strap right across my back
I was disciplined with physical punishment
I was drowned, I was washed up and left for dead
I faced situations where I thought I might not survive
I fell down to my feet and I saw they bled, yeah, yeah
I suffered physically, but continued to push through
I frowned at the crumbs of a crust of bread
I endured hardships and was thankful for even the smallest things
I was crowned with a spike right through my head, my, my, yeah
I faced extreme pain and suffering but overcame it
Jumping Jack Flash, it's a gas
Being able to conquer my struggles like Jumpin' Jack Flash is energizing and empowering
Jumping Jack Flash, it's a gas
Living life to the fullest is amazing
Jumping Jack Flash, it's a gas
No matter what challenges come my way, I can always prevail
Jumping Jack Flash, it's a gas
I am unstoppable and will always be victorious
Jumping Jack Flash, it's a gas
Being alive and thriving is the ultimate rush
Jumping Jack Flash, it's a gas
Life is meant to be enjoyed and cherished, and I'm doing just that
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Abkco Music Inc.
Written by: Michael Philip Jagger, Keith Richards
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@framebyframe7473
You know it’s a good song when it doesn’t age after 53 years, and never will.
@generaltov.6911
Time really flies huh? This sounds from the 2000s which is still 20 years ago
@mahrizhossain4308
@General Tov. It sounds from the 60s, but it is definitely infinitely better than today's songs.
@SunnyIlha
2:46
@robinholbrook6576
Taught it to my granddaughter!
@davebrokenshire1086
@Robin Holbrook Me too!
@zippoboy00
My dad's favorite Rolling Stones tune. Lost him 2-23-22. This one's for you Dad. I'll sing it until my voice gives out!
@Mattimaginex1
Condolences for your family.
@franciscogarcia7588
I feel ur pain.. 😔
@Cissy2cute
Lost someone dear to me last month. Sorry about your loss.