The Rolling Stones – Get Off Of My Cloud

  • September 11, 2024

“Get Off of My Cloud” is a song by The Rolling Stones, released in 1965. It was the band’s follow-up single to their international breakthrough hit “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction,” and it became another major success.

“Get Off of My Cloud” by The Rolling Stones

  • Album: December’s Children (And Everybody’s)
  • Release Year: 1965
  • Genre: Rock

Song Details

  • Lyrics: The song’s lyrics reflect the band’s frustration with their rapid rise to fame and the pressures that came with it. The chorus, “Hey, you, get off of my cloud,” is a defiant statement against those who invade their personal space and impose on their freedom.
  • Music: “Get Off of My Cloud” features a driving beat, jangly guitars, and Mick Jagger’s distinctive vocals. The song’s energetic and rebellious tone captures the spirit of 1960s rock and roll.

Lyrics Excerpt

Hey, you, get off of my cloud
Don’t hang around ’cause two’s a crowd
On my cloud, baby

Reception and Impact

  • Chart Performance: The song was a commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart.
  • Legacy: “Get Off of My Cloud” is considered one of The Rolling Stones’ classic hits. It has been featured in various compilations and remains a staple in the band’s live performances.

The Rolling Stones’ “December’s Children (And Everybody’s)” Album

  • The album “December’s Children (And Everybody’s)” was released in 1965 and includes a mix of original songs and covers. It showcases the band’s early sound and their influences from blues and rock and roll.
  • Other notable tracks from the album include “As Tears Go By” and “I’m Free.”

“Get Off of My Cloud” exemplifies The Rolling Stones’ early style and their ability to create catchy, rebellious rock anthems. It remains a significant song in the band’s extensive catalog.