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Rolling Stones unreleased:Black Limousine (version #2)
Before Some Girls became a full-blown Rolling Stones classic, the band kicked off its 1977 sessions at Pathé Marconi Studios in France with a raw, bluesy experiment — Black Limousine (, in this case, in it’s second version) Though unreleased, this early take holds serious weight. It’s gritty, swaggering, and grounded in the blues, borrowing its core from Jimmy Reed’s You Don’t Have to Go. That influence isn’t just sonic — it sets the mood.
But what really gives the track its edge is how the Stones use those roots to amplify their own chaotic lifestyle. The lyrics ride through a world of fast cars, beautiful women, and bottomless bottles, creating a vibe that feels equal parts homage and autobiography. You can almost hear the hangover in the guitar riffs and the ego in the vocals. It’s not polished — and that’s what makes it so good.
A Snapshot of Excess in Limousine Blues
This version of Black Limousine never made it to Some Girls, not even to Tattoo You (where the “official” version finally showed up) but it captures a moment in time that’s pure Stones. It’s a song where muddy blues meets rock stardom in all its over-the-top glory. The band wasn’t just channeling the greats — they were living their own version of the blues, surrounded by fame, temptation, and burnout. By revisiting their roots with a modern snarl, they managed to fuse authenticity with extravagance. Even though this track stayed in the vault (as well as more takes of the song) it’s a clear sign of how the Stones never lost touch with the gritty energy that built their legacy.
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