Rolling Stones: - Paint It Black -flac-

Here is the story behind by The Rolling Stones, specifically regarding the song, the myth of the title, and why you might be searching for a FLAC (lossless audio) version. 1. The Origin: Grief and the Vietnam War Contrary to popular belief, "Paint It Black" was not written specifically about the Vietnam War, though it became an anthem for that era. The lyrics were written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards (credited to the Jagger/Richards partnership) in 1966.

The song is about following the death of a lover. The narrator wants everything in the world painted black to match his internal despair: "I see the girls walk by dressed in their summer clothes / I have to turn my head until my darkness goes." The color red is specifically targeted because it reminds him of the moment life left her body: "I look inside myself and see my heart is black / I see my red door and it has been painted black." 2. The Sitar and the Title Comma Musically, the song is famous for Brian Jones playing the sitar (an Indian string instrument). Jones had recently become fascinated with world music after hearing Ravi Shankar. The driving, ominous riff mimics a funeral march.