Cover Of The Rolling Stone – Dr.Hook

About the song

Dr. Hook’s “Cover of the Rolling Stone” is a classic rock anthem that captures the spirit of the 1970s with its infectious melody and nostalgic lyrics. Released in 1972, the song quickly became a popular hit, showcasing the band’s ability to blend catchy pop hooks with a gritty, rock-and-roll edge.

The song’s title is a clever reference to the iconic American magazine, Rolling Stone, which has long been considered a cultural touchstone. By singing about a “cover of the Rolling Stone,” Dr. Hook suggests that they have achieved a level of fame and recognition that is synonymous with the magazine’s legendary status.

The lyrics of the song paint a vivid picture of a young man’s dreams and aspirations. He longs to be a rock star, to be on the cover of Rolling Stone, and to experience the thrill of fame and fortune. The chorus, with its repetitive and anthemic quality, perfectly captures the youthful exuberance and ambition of the protagonist:

“I want to be on the cover of the Rolling Stone
I want to be a superstar
I want to play guitar all night long
And rock and roll all over the world”

Musically, “Cover of the Rolling Stone” is a well-crafted piece of rock and roll. The driving rhythm, combined with the energetic guitar riffs and the soulful vocals of lead singer Ray Sawyer, create a powerful and memorable sound. The song’s arrangement is both simple and effective, allowing the melody and lyrics to take center stage.

In conclusion, Dr. Hook’s “Cover of the Rolling Stone” is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with audiences of all ages. Its catchy melody, nostalgic lyrics, and energetic performance have made it a beloved staple of the rock and roll canon. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to the band’s songwriting ability and their ability to capture the spirit of an era.

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Lyrics

Ha, ha, ha, I don’t believe it
Da, da, ah, ooh, 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 ten thousand dollars a show (right)
We take all kind of pills that give us all kind of 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

(Rolling Stone)
Wanna see my picture on the cover
(Stone)
Wanna buy five copies for my mother (yeah!)
(Stone)
Wanna see my smilin’ face
On the cover of the Rolling Stone
(That’s a very, very, good idea)

I got a freaky old lady name a cocaine Katy
Who embroideries on my jeans
I got my poor old gray haired daddy
Drivin’ 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

(Rolling Stone)
Wanna see our pictures on the cover
(Stone)
Wanna buy five copies for our mothers (yeah!)
(Stone)
Wanna see my smilin’ face
On the cover of the Rolling Stone

(Hey, I know how, rock and roll!)

(Ah, that’s beautiful)

We got a lot of little teenage blue-eyed groupies
Who do anything we say
We got a genuine Indian Guru
Who’s teaching us a better way
We got all the friends that money can buy
So we never have to be alone (no!)
And we keep getting richer but we can’t get our picture
On the cover of the Rolling Stone

(Rolling Stone)
Wanna see my picture on the cover
(Stone)
Wanna buy five copies for my mother (I want one!)
(Stone)
Wanna see my smilin’ face
On the cover of the Rolling Stone
On the cover of the Rolling
(Stone)
Gonna see my picture on the cover
(Man, I don’t know why we ain’t on the cover, baby)
Gonna buy five copies for my mother
(Stone)
(We’re beautiful fellers)
Wanna see my smilin’ face
(I ain’t kiddin’ ya, ah, we would make a beautiful cover)
On the cover of the Rolling Stone
(Fresh shot, right up front, man)
(I can see it now, we’d be on the front)
(Smilin’, man … oh, beautiful!)