About the Rolling Stones Instrumental Track ‘Title 5’ (1967)

By Marcelo Sonaglioni on January 1, 2025

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Rolling Stones songs: Title 5

*An instrumental take only featuring Keith, Bill and Charlie
Written by: Jagger/Richard
Recorded: Olympic Sound Studios, London, England, Feb. 1967

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More about ‘Title 5’ by The Rolling Stones

*By Marcelo Sonaglioni
The Rolling Stones’ instrumental track Title 5 stands out as an energetic, garage rock-style piece that reflects the band’s raw creativity during the late 1960s. Though officially unreleased, the track was recorded in 1967 during a prolific period for the Stones but never showed until the 2010 release of the expanded version of the Exile On Main St. album.

Title 5 showcases a high-octane approach, with distorted guitars, driving rhythms, and a spontaneous energy that captures the essence of the band’s experimental sessions. Clocking in at under two minutes, the track feels like a fleeting but powerful snapshot of the Stones’ ability to embrace a looser, more improvisational style. While the song never made its way onto an official studio album, it has since been circulated among collectors and fans through bootlegs, sparking curiosity about the band’s creative process during this era.

This track, although brief and unfinished, serves as a testament to the Rolling Stones’ versatility and willingness to explore beyond traditional rock structures. Title 5 remains a fascinating footnote in their extensive catalog, offering a glimpse into the raw, unfiltered side of the Stones as they pushed the boundaries of their sound.

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