Mr. Brownstone
Guns N' Roses · Appetite For Destruction
Get outta bed around nine
And I don't worry about nothin' no
Cause worryin's a waste of my...time
The show usually starts around seven
We go on stage around nine
Get on the bus about eleven
Sippin' a drink and feelin' fine
We been dancin' with
Mr. Brownstone
He's been knockin'
He won't leave me alone
I used ta do a little
but a little wouldn't do
So the little got more and more
I just keep tryin'
ta get a little better
Said a little better than before
I used ta do a little
but a little wouldn't do
So the little got more and more
I just keep tryin'
ta get a little better
Said a little better than before
Now I get up around whenever
I used ta get up on time
But that old man
he's a real muthafucker
Gonna kick him on down the line
Mr. Brownstone
Released in 1987 on the landmark debut album Appetite for Destruction, 'Mr. Brownstone' stands as a cornerstone of hard rock history. Written by Axl Rose and Izzy Stradlin, the track features the band's signature blend of aggressive guitar riffs and soaring vocals, capturing the raw energy of the late 1980s. The song's narrative follows a protagonist who trades his prized possession, a brownstone, for a woman, a storyline that resonated deeply with audiences and critics alike. Its inclusion on the album propelled Guns N' Roses to global fame, establishing them as a defining force in the genre. The recording remains a staple of rock anthologies, celebrated for its dynamic performance and enduring appeal across generations of listeners.