Off The Hook
The Rolling Stones · The Rolling Stones Now! [1965]
Rolling Stones - Off The hook
Sittin' in my bedroom late last night
Got into bed and turned out the light
Decided to call my baby on the telephone
All I got was an engaged tone
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
Talkin' so long she upset my mind
Why is she talkin' such a long time?
Maybe she's sleeping, maybe she's ill
Phone's disconnected, unpaid bill
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
Don't wanna see her, afraid of what I'd find
Tired of letting her upset me all the time
Back into bed started reading my books
Take my phone right off of the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
(repeat and fade)
Sittin' in my bedroom late last night
Got into bed and turned out the light
Decided to call my baby on the telephone
All I got was an engaged tone
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
Talkin' so long she upset my mind
Why is she talkin' such a long time?
Maybe she's sleeping, maybe she's ill
Phone's disconnected, unpaid bill
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
Don't wanna see her, afraid of what I'd find
Tired of letting her upset me all the time
Back into bed started reading my books
Take my phone right off of the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
It's off the hook
(repeat and fade)
Off The Hook - The Rolling Stones
Released on The Rolling Stones Now! in 1965, 'Off The Hook' stands as a quintessential example of the band's early R&B-infused rock sound. The track showcases Mick Jagger's charismatic vocals and the group's tight, driving rhythm section, capturing the raw energy of mid-1960s British rock. As part of their extensive discography, the song reflects the band's evolution from blues covers to original compositions that would define their legacy. Its inclusion on this album highlights the group's ability to blend American rock and roll influences with their own distinctive style, setting the stage for their future dominance in the genre.