Beast of Burden
Ed Sheeran, The Rolling Stones
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I'll never be your beast of burden My back is broad but it's a hurting All I want for you to make love to me I'll never be your beast of burden I've walked for miles my feet are hurting All I want for you to make love to me Am I hard enough? Am I rough enough? Am I rich enough? I'm not too blind to see I'll never be your beast of burden So let's go home and draw the curtains Music on the radio Come on baby make sweet love to me Am I hard enough? Am I rough enough? Am I rich enough? I'm not too blind to see Oh little sister Pretty, pretty, pretty, pretty, pretty girls Uh you're a pretty, pretty, pretty, pretty, pretty, pretty girl Pretty, pretty, such a pretty, pretty, pretty girl Come on baby please, please, please I'll tell ya You can put me out On the street Put me out With no shoes on my feet But, put me out, put me out Put me out of misery, yeah All your sickness I can suck it up Throw it all at me I can shrug it off There's one thing baby I don't understand You keep on telling me I ain't your kind of man Ain't I rough enough, ooh baby Ain't I tough enough Ain't I rich enough, in love enough Ooh, ooh please I'll never be your beast of burden I'll never be your beast of burden Never, never, never, never, never, never, never be I'll never be your beast of burden I've walked for miles, my feet are hurting All I want is you to make love to me Yeah I don't need the beast of burden I need no fussing I need no nursing Never, never, never, never, never, never, never be
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Written by: Keith Richards, Mick Jagger
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14 facts about this song
Release Date"Beast of Burden" was released in 1978 as part of The Rolling Stones' studio album "Some Girls."
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Song InspirationIt is believed that the song's title comes from a phrase that means someone who carries a heavy load, often referring to workhorses or donkeys.
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Song MeaningThe track can be interpreted as a dramatic love song where Mick Jagger, the lead vocalist, is expressing his willingness to carry someone's burden.
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Song WritersThe song was written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, the band's leading members.
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Billboard Ranking"Beast of Burden" peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Popular CoversIt has been covered by numerous artists, one of the most notable being Bette Midler in 1984.
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Music VideoA music video was produced for the song in 1978, featuring the band recording in a Paris studio.
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Live PerformanceDespite being a successful single, "Beast of Burden" was not frequently performed live by The Rolling Stones, although it did make a resurgence during the 21st century in their concert setlists.
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Notable LyricsThe often quoted lyrics are "I'll never be your beast of burden, My back is broad but it's a hurting."
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Keith Richards' SoloThe song features a famous guitar solo performed by Richards, marking it as dual compositions, both lyrically and musically.
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Album SuccessThe album "Some Girls" was a significant success for the Rolling Stones, revitalizing their career after a period of decline.
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In Media"Beast of Burden" has made appearances in several films and TV series, including "The Big Chill," "Flight," and “This Is Us.”
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ReinterpretationThe song has been reinterpreted in various genres, including pop, folk and even country music.
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LegacyOver the years, "Beast of Burden" has become one of The Rolling Stones' most iconic songs, symbolizing their unique blend of rock and blues.
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