About the song
## (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction: A Timeless Anthem of Frustration
Released in 1965, “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” by The Rolling Stones remains a cornerstone of rock and roll, a timeless anthem that resonates with generations. This song, with its infectious riff and Mick Jagger’s raw, energetic vocals, encapsulates the frustration and disillusionment of youth, capturing the essence of a generation grappling with societal expectations and personal desires.
The song’s opening riff, a simple, repetitive guitar pattern, immediately sets the tone for the lyrical content. It is a sound that is both familiar and unsettling, a sonic representation of the underlying tension and dissatisfaction that permeates the lyrics. Jagger’s vocals, delivered with a mix of anger, frustration, and resignation, further amplify the song’s emotional intensity.
“(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” is a song about the relentless pursuit of happiness and the elusive nature of fulfillment. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a protagonist who is trapped in a cycle of dissatisfaction, unable to find contentment despite material success. The line “I can’t get no satisfaction” is a refrain that echoes through the song, a constant reminder of the protagonist’s unfulfilled longing.
The song’s bridge offers a glimmer of hope, as the protagonist contemplates the possibility of finding solace in a more primitive lifestyle. The lyrics “I’d rather be a rolling stone than a standing still” suggest a desire for freedom and spontaneity, a rejection of the constraints of a conventional life. However, this fleeting moment of optimism is quickly overshadowed by the return of the chorus, reinforcing the idea that true satisfaction remains elusive.
“(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” is more than just a catchy pop song; it is a powerful statement about the human condition. The song’s enduring popularity can be attributed to its ability to tap into universal emotions and experiences. It is a song that speaks to the frustrations and anxieties of people from all walks of life, a reminder that the pursuit of happiness is a lifelong journey.
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Lyrics
I can’t get no satisfaction
I can’t get no satisfaction
‘Cause I try and I try and I try and I try
I can’t get no, I can’t get no
When I’m drivin’ in my car
And the man comes on the radio
He’s tellin’ me more and more
About some useless information
Supposed to drive my imagination
I can’t get no, oh no, no, no
Hey, hey, hey, that’s what I say
I can’t get no satisfaction
I can’t get no satisfaction
‘Cause I try and I try and I try and I try
I can’t get no, I can’t get no
When I’m watchin’ my TV
And a man comes on and tells me
How white my shirts can be
But he can’t be a man ’cause he doesn’t smoke
The same cigarettes as me
I can’t get no, oh no, no, no
Hey, hey, hey, that’s what I say
I can’t get no satisfaction
I can’t get no girl reaction
‘Cause I try and I try and I try and I try
I can’t get no, I can’t get no
When I’m ridin’ ’round the world
And I’m doin’ this and I’m signing that
And I’m tryin’ to make some girl
Who tells me baby better come back, maybe next week
‘Cause you see I’m on a losing streak
I can’t get no, oh no, no, no
Hey, hey, hey, that’s what I say
I can’t get no, I can’t get no
I can’t get no satisfaction, no satisfaction
No satisfaction, no satisfaction
I can’t get no