About the song
Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show’s “Cover of the Rolling Stone,” released in 1972, is a playful and infectious pop-rock anthem that celebrates the allure of fame and fortune. The song’s catchy melody, coupled with the band’s energetic performance and witty lyrics, has made it a timeless classic.
“Cover of the Rolling Stone” is a tongue-in-cheek commentary on the pursuit of fame and the desire to be recognized. The song’s lyrics are filled with humorous references to pop culture and the music industry, painting a picture of the intoxicating world of celebrity. The band’s playful tone and infectious energy make the song both entertaining and thought-provoking.
Musically, “Cover of the Rolling Stone” is a well-crafted pop-rock song that showcases the band’s songwriting and musicianship. The arrangement features a driving rhythm section, catchy guitar riffs, and a memorable chorus. Dr. Hook’s distinctive vocals and the band’s energetic performance make the song a joy to listen to.
Beyond its commercial success, “Cover of the Rolling Stone” has become a cultural touchstone, influencing countless artists and cementing Dr. Hook’s legacy as a pioneer of pop-rock. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its timeless appeal and its ability to connect with audiences across generations. As we listen to “Cover of the Rolling Stone” today, we are reminded of the power of music to entertain, inspire, and make us think.
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Lyrics
I don’t believe it
Da, da, ah, oh, don’t touch me
Hey Ray, hey Sugar, tell them who we are
Well, we’re big rock singers, we got golden fingers and we’re loved everywhere we go (that sounds like us)
We sing about beauty and we sing about truth at 10, 000 dollars a show (right)
We take all kinda pills that give us all kinda thrills but the thrill we’ve never known
Is the thrill that’ll get ya when you get your picture on the cover of the Rolling Stone
wanna see my picture on the cover
(Stone) wanna buy five copies for my mother (yes)
(Stone) wanna see my smiling face
On the cover of the Rolling Stone (that’s a very, very good idea)
I got a freaky ol’ lady name a cocaine Katy who embroideries on my jeans
I got my poor ol’ grey-haired daddy driving my limousine
Now it’s all designed to blow our minds but our minds won’t really be blown
Like the blow that’ll get ya when you get your picture on the cover of the Rolling Stone
wanna see our pictures on the cover
(Stone) wanna buy five copies for our mothers (yeah)
(Stone) wanna see my smiling face
On the cover of the Rolling Stone
Hey, I know how
Rock and roll
Oh, that’s beautiful
We got a lotta little teenage blue-eyed groupies who’d do anything we say
We got a genuine Indian guru, he’s teaching us a better way
We got all the friends that money can buy, so we never have to be alone
And we keep getting richer but we can’t get our picture on the cover of the Rolling Stone
wanna see my picture on the cover
(Stone) wanna buy five copies for my mother (I want one)
(Stone) wanna see my smiling face
On the cover of the Rolling Stone
On the cover of the Rolling Stone
Gonna see my picture on the cover (I don’t know why we ain’t on the cover, baby)
Gonna buy five copies for my mother (we’re beautiful fellas)
Gonna see my smiling face (I ain’t kidding ya, we would make a beautiful cover)
On the cover of the Rolling Stone (front shot, right up front, man, I can see it now)
We’d be on the front, smiling, man, oh, beautiful