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Rolling Stones unreleased: Tried to Talk Her Into It
From Martin Elliott’s book THE ROLLING STONES COMPLETE RECORDING SESSIONS 1962-2012: A country rock song with jangly Byrds-like guitars and piano. Jagger can be heard offering chord changes. There’s a quiet passage where Mick rhetorically asks ‘What would you do if you give her money and she refuses?’ Was that before or after you tried to talk her into it?
More about Tried to Talk Her Into It by The Rolling Stones
*By Marcelo Sonaglioni
Tried to Talk Her Into It – A Country Rock Outtake from the Undercover Sessions
Recorded during the Undercover sessions in France in 1982, Tried to Talk Her Into It is an overlooked gem that highlights the Rolling Stones’ versatility. Unlike the gritty, hard-edged sound that defines much of Undercover, this track leans into a country rock vibe, featuring bright, Byrds-like guitar jangle and a warm, rolling piano. The combination gives the song an easygoing, infectious quality, a contrast to the album’s darker themes.
Though it never saw an official release, the track offers a fascinating glimpse into the band’s creative process during this period. Mick Jagger’s vocal delivery is both playful and reflective, adding depth to the song’s narrative. With its twangy Americana influences woven into their signature rock sound, Tried to Talk Her Into It remains an intriguing piece of the Stones’ extensive unreleased catalog.
Mick Jagger’s Studio Presence – A Glimpse into the Creative Process
One of the most intriguing aspects of the recording is Mick Jagger’s presence in the studio, audibly guiding the session by offering chord changes. His voice carries a mix of authority and spontaneity, giving listeners a glimpse into the creative process behind the song. At one point, the music quiets down, allowing Jagger to pose a rhetorical question: “What would you do if you give her money and she refuses?” The question lingers, adding an almost conversational quality to the song, as if Mick is inviting the listener into the narrative.
Song Meaning: A Tale of Persuasion and Mystery
The song’s title hints at a story of persuasion, regret, or perhaps even manipulation. Was the protagonist desperately trying to win someone over, or was he simply refusing to take no for an answer? The ambiguity adds to the track’s mystique, making it an interesting study in both lyrical and musical storytelling.
Although Tried to Talk Her Into It remains officially unreleased, its bootlegged versions have kept it alive among hardcore Stones fans. It serves as a fascinating snapshot of the band’s creative process in the early ’80s, proving once again that even their outtakes have a unique charm that makes them worth rediscovering.
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