Winter
The Rolling Stones · The Rolling Stones Box Set [2009]
And it sure been a cold, cold winter
And the wind ain't been blowin' from the south
It's sure been a cold, cold winter
And a lotta love is all burned out
It sure been a hard, hard winter
My feet been draggin' 'cross the ground
And I hope it's gonna be a long, hot summer
And a lotta love will be burnin' bright
And I wish I been out in California
When the lights on all the Christmas trees went out
But I been burnin' my bell, book and candle
And the restoration plays have all gone 'round
It sure been a cold, cold winter
My feet been draggin' 'cross the ground
And the fields has all been brown and fallow
And the springtime take a long way around
Yeah, and I wish I been out in Stone Canyon
When the lights on all the Christmas trees went out
But I been burnin' my bell, book and candle
And the restoration plays have all gone 'round
Sometimes I think about you, baby
Sometimes I cry about you
Sometimes I wanna wrap my coat around you
Sometimes I wanna keep you warm
Sometimes I wanna wrap my coat around you
Sometimes I wanna but I can't afford you
Winter
Winter stands as a poignant song in The Rolling Stones' extensive catalogue, capturing the band's ability to blend rock energy with introspective melancholy. Recorded during a period of significant creative evolution, the track showcases the group's signature interplay between Mick Jagger's emotive vocals and the band's dynamic instrumentation. While often overshadowed by their more anthemic hits, the song reflects the depth found within their broader discography, offering a moment of quiet reflection amidst their louder works. It remains a testament to the band's enduring capacity to explore varied emotional landscapes, securing its place as a cherished piece of their musical legacy for listeners who appreciate their subtler compositions.