‘I’m Not Signifying’: A Look into a Lesser-Known Rolling Stones Track (1971)

By Marcelo Sonaglioni on October 23, 2024

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Rolling Stones songs: I’m Not Signifying

When you’re lyring on the ceiling baby/ And I’m gazing on your floor/ Have you ever had the feeling, baby/ That you’ve been here before…

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Also known as: Ain’t Gonna Lie, Mean Woman Blues, I Ain’t Lying
Written by: Jagger/Richard
Recorded: Rolling Stones Mobile, Nellcote, France, June-Nov. 1971, with overdubs recorded in London, New York City and Los Angeles in the fall of 2009 (Ref. I’m not signifying)
Guest musicians: Nicky Hopkins (piano), Bobby Keys (sax), Jim Price (trumpet)
*Data taken from Martin Elliott’s book THE ROLLING STONES COMPLETE RECORDING SESSIONS 1962-2012

I’m Not Signifying has captivated audiences with its raw feel and deep, bluesy sound. Although it didn’t make the final cut, it was recorded during the sessions for their legendary album Exile on Main St. (1972) After making a comeback on a number of bootlegs, the song was later featured as a bonus track on the 2010 deluxe edition of Exile on Main St.

With a calm, groove-heavy rendition that features prominent piano, harmonica, and a casual vocal delivery by Mick Jagger, the song perfectly encapsulates the Stones’ strong affinity for blues music. The song’s free, jam-like vibe captures the mood of the Exile sessions, which were renowned for taking place in the French villa’s basement.

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