Time Waits For No One
The Rolling Stones · The Rolling Stones Box Set [2009]
Yes, as we're sated in leisure, we watch it fly yeh
And time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
And time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
Time can tear down a building or destroy a woman's face
Hours are like diamonds, don't let them waste
Time waits for one, no favours has he
Time waits for one, and he wont wait for me, yeh
Men, they build towers to the passing yes, to their fame everlasting
Here he comes chopping and reaping, hear him laugh at their cheating
And time waits for no man, and it won't wait for me
Yes, time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
Drink in your summer, gather your corn
The dreams of the night time will vanish by dawn
And time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
Time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
No no no, not for me
nooo not for me.....
Time Waits For No One
The Rolling Stones' "Time Waits For No One" stands as a quintessential example of the band's mid-to-late 1960s rock and roll energy. Originally recorded during the sessions for their 1966 album *Desolation Angels*, the track was later included in the 2009 box set compilation. The song captures the group's signature blend of bluesy instrumentation and swaggering vocals, reflecting the era's fascination with themes of mortality and the relentless passage of time. As a staple of their discography, it exemplifies the Stones' ability to fuse traditional rock structures with a gritty, authentic sound that defined their career. The recording remains a powerful testament to their influence on the British Invasion and enduring appeal in the rock genre.