About the song Gimme Shelter
“Gimme Shelter” is a powerful and iconic song by The Rolling Stones, released in 1969 as the opening track on their album Let It Bleed. It’s considered a classic of rock music, known for its bluesy riffs, driving rhythm, and urgent vocals.
- Learn about the historical context: “Gimme Shelter” was released during a turbulent time in American history, marked by the Vietnam War, social unrest, and the counterculture movement. How did these events influence the song’s creation and reception?
- Explore the song’s connection to the Altamont Free Concert: The 1970 documentary film Gimme Shelter chronicled the Stones’ 1969 US tour, culminating in the disastrous Altamont Free Concert. How does the song reflect the violence and tension of that event?
- Discover the song’s legacy: “Gimme Shelter” remains a popular and influential song today. How has it been covered by other artists? How has it been used in movies, television shows, and other media?
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Gimme Shelter Lyrics
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Ooh, a storm is threateningMy very life todayIf I don’t get some shelterOoh yeah I’m gonna fade awayWar, childrenIt’s just a shot awayIt’s just a shot awayWar, childrenIt’s just a shot awayIt’s just a shot awayOoh, see the fire is sweepin’Our streets todayBurns like a red coal carpetMad bull lost its wayWar, childrenIt’s just a shot awayIt’s just a shot awayWar, childrenIt’s just a shot awayIt’s just a shot awayRape, murder, it’s just a shot awayIt’s just a shot awayRape, murder, yeah, it’s just a shot awayIt’s just a shot awayRape, murder, it’s just a shot awayIt’s just a shot awayMmm, a flood is threateningMy very life todayGimme, gimme shelterOr I’m gonna fade awayWar, childrenIt’s just a shot awayIt’s just a shot awayIt’s just a shot awayIt’s just a shot awayIt’s just a shot awayI tell you love, sisterIt’s just a kiss awayIt’s just a kiss awayIt’s just a kiss awayIt’s just a kiss awayIt’s just a kiss awayKiss away, kiss away