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🎸 The Rolling Stones – Start Me Up | Under Cover Rare Clips Collection 🎸 1️⃣ Description of the Song: Get ready to rock with one of the most iconic tracks in rock history! “Start Me Up” by The Rolling Stones is a timeless classic, bursting with energy, unforgettable riffs, and Mick Jagger’s electrifying vocals. In this rare clips collection, experience an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse of the band performing this legendary hit. Perfect for die-hard fans and rock enthusiasts alike! 🤘🔥🎶 2️⃣ Track Info with Icons: 🎵 Song: Start Me Up 🎤 Artist: The Rolling Stones 📀 Album: Tattoo You (1981) 🎹 Genre: Rock ⏱️ Duration: Approx. 3:33 🎬 Type: Rare Under Cover Clips Collection 3️⃣ About the Song: Released in 1981 on the album Tattoo You, “Start Me Up” quickly became one of the band’s signature songs. Its instantly recognizable guitar riff, composed by Keith Richards, and infectious rhythm have made it a stadium-favorite for decades. This video captures unique moments from performances rarely seen on mainstream channels, giving fans a fresh perspective on a classic. ⚡🎸 4️⃣ Lineup on this Track: Mick Jagger – Lead Vocals Keith Richards – Guitar, Backing Vocals Charlie Watts – Drums Ronnie Wood – Guitar Bill Wyman – Bass Ian Stewart – Piano (uncredited on album) 5️⃣ Lyrics Highlight: "If you start me up, If you start me up I’ll never stop" 🎤 This electrifying chorus is the ultimate rock anthem and is guaranteed to get you moving! 🕺💃 6️⃣ Fun Facts: The famous opening riff was almost thrown out as a demo track! 🎸 “Start Me Up” was originally written in 1978 during the Some Girls sessions but wasn’t released until 1981. ⏳ This song became a hit in commercials, sports events, and was used by Microsoft to promote Windows 95. 💻 Keith Richards’ iconic riff came to him in a hotel room in the Bahamas. 🌴 7️⃣ Follow Information: 🌍 Website: https://rollingstones.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therollingstones 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therollingstones 8️⃣ Don’t Forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE! 👍 Share this classic with your friends, comment your favorite Rolling Stones memory below, and hit that SUBSCRIBE button for more legendary music content! 🎶🔥 Hashtags: #TheRollingStones #StartMeUp #RockLegends #WatsonMusicLegends #RareClips #ClassicRock #MusicHistory #LivePerformance

About Ian Stewart

Ian Andrew Robert Stewart (18 July 1938 – 12 December 1985) was a Scottish keyboardist and co-founder of the Rolling Stones. He was removed from the lineup in May 1963 at the request of manager Andrew Loog Oldham who felt he did not fit the band's image. He remained as road manager and pianist for over two decades until his death, and was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame along with the rest of the band in 1989.

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