Far Away Eyes

The Rolling Stones · The Rolling Stones Box Set [2009]

I was drivin' home early Sunday morning

Through Bakersfield,

Listening to gospel music on the coloured radio station,

And the preacher said: "You know you always have the lord by your side"

And I was so pleased to be informed of this

That I ran twenty red lights in his honour,

Thank you Jesus, thank you lord



I had an arrangement to met a girl, and I was kind of late

And I thought by the time I got there she'd be off,

She'd be off with the nearest truck driver she could find

Much to my surprise there she was sittin' in a corner

Little bleary, worse for wear and tear

Was a girl with far away eyes

Well I tell you



So if you're down on you're luck, and you can't harmonize

Find a girl with far away eyes

And if you're downright disgusted

And life ain't worth a dime

Get a girl with far away eyes

Well



Well the preacher kept right on saying

That all I had to do was send ten dollars

To the church of the sacred bleeding heart of Jesus,

Located somewhere in Los Angeles, California

And next week they'd say my prayer on the radio

And all my dreams would come true

So I did, and next week I got a prayer for the girl

Well you know what kind of eyes she got,

Well I tell you



So if you're down on you're luck, I know you all sympathize

Find a girl with far away eyes

And if you're downright disgusted

And life ain't worth a dime

Get a girl with far away eyes

So if you're down on you're luck, I know you all sympathize

Get a girl with far away eyes

Far Away Eyes

Far Away Eyes stands as a poignant song in The Rolling Stones' extensive discography, showcasing the band's ability to craft intimate ballads amidst their harder-edged rock catalog. Recorded during the mid-1970s, the track features a melancholic melody driven by Keith Richards' distinctive guitar work and Mick Jagger's emotive vocal delivery. The song reflects a period where the group explored softer textures, balancing their signature blues-rock foundation with more introspective songwriting. While often overshadowed by their chart-topping singles, this recording remains a cherished example of the band's dynamic range. It captures the emotional depth characteristic of their live performances and studio experiments during that era, offering listeners a glimpse into the quieter moments of their legendary career.