On May 13th in music history, one significant event took place in 1965. It was on this day that The Rolling Stones recorded the iconic song "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" at RCA Studios in Hollywood, California.
The song, written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, featured a distinctive guitar riff that would become one of the most recognizable in rock history. The story goes that Keith Richards woke up in the middle of the night with the riff in his head and recorded it on a cassette player before falling back asleep. He had no recollection of doing this until he listened to the tape the following morning.
The recording session for "Satisfaction" was not without its challenges. The band struggled to capture the raw energy of the song, and it took several takes before they were satisfied with the result. In fact, the version that was ultimately released was actually a demo recording that the band had intended to re-record later.
Despite these challenges, "Satisfaction" went on to become a massive hit for The Rolling Stones. It reached number one on the charts in the United States, United Kingdom, and several other countries, cementing the band's status as one of the most exciting and innovative acts of the 1960s.
The song's success also marked a turning point in The Rolling Stones' career, as they began to move away from their earlier blues-influenced sound and towards a more distinctively rock and roll style. "Satisfaction" paved the way for future hits like "Paint It Black" and "Jumpin' Jack Flash," and helped to establish The Rolling Stones as one of the most enduring and influential bands in music history.
