Rolling Stone
The Weeknd · Trilogy [2012]
Girl you're thinkin' 'bout it
What we got here
How we f*ckin' got here
They recognize
They just recognize
I'm in a life without a home so this recognition's not enough
I don't care about nobody else
Cause I've been on these streets way too long, too long, too long
Baby I've been on this too long
It's getting faded too long
Got me on this rolling stone
So I take another hit
Kill another serotonin
With a hand full of beans
And a chest full of weed
Got me singing bout a b*tch
While I'm blowing out my steam
Yea I know I got my issues
Why you think I f*ckin' flow?
And I'ma keep on smoking 'til I can't hit another note
Oooo, but until then
I got you, ooooo
Baby I got you, ooooo
Until you're used to my face
And my mystery fades
I got you
So baby love me
Before they all love me
Until you won't love me
Because they all left me
I'll be different
I think I'll be different
I hope I'm not different
And I hope you'll still listen
But until then
Baby I got you
I got you
Girl I still got you
I got you
Rolling Stone
The Weeknd's 'Rolling Stone' serves as a pivotal track on the Trilogy album, solidifying his status as a leading figure in modern R&B and pop. Released in 2012, the song exemplifies the artist's signature blend of moody synths, atmospheric production, and introspective lyrics that explore themes of fame, identity, and emotional vulnerability. As a centerpiece of the Trilogy collection, the recording showcases the Weeknd's evolution from his earlier indie-folk roots to a more polished, mainstream sound that defined the early 2010s landscape. The track remains a defining moment in his discography, reflecting the era's shift toward darker, more textured sonic palettes while maintaining a distinct vocal presence that continues to influence contemporary artists.