Street Fighting Man
The Rolling Stones · Grrr! [2012]
'Cause summer's here and the time is right for fighting
in the street boy
But what can a poor boy do except to sing for a
Rock'N'Roll Band 'cause in sleepy London Town
There's just no place for Street Fighting Man! No!
Hey! Think the time is right for a Palace Revolution
But where I live the game to play is Compromise Solution!
Well then what can a poor boy do except to sing for a
Rock'N'Roll Band 'cause in sleepy London Town
There's just no place for Street Fighting Man! No!
Hey! Said my name is called Disturbance
I'll shout and scream, I'll kill the King I'll rail at all his servants
Well then what can a poor boy do except to sing for a
Rock'N'Roll Band 'cause in sleepy London Town
There's just no place for Street Fighting Man! No!
Street Fighting Man
Street Fighting Man stands as a defining anthem in The Rolling Stones' extensive catalogue, capturing the turbulent spirit of the late 1960s. Released during a period of significant social upheaval, the track showcases the band's ability to blend rock energy with acoustic textures. The recording features a distinctive, percussive guitar riff that drives the song forward, creating a sense of urgency and unrest. As a staple of their live performances and studio output, it highlights the group's evolution beyond their early blues roots into more complex, politically charged territory. The song remains a powerful example of their songwriting prowess, reflecting the era's revolutionary mood without relying on specific lyrical quotes. Its enduring presence in their discography underscores the band's lasting influence on rock music history.