An explication of the The Rolling Stones's "Sympathy For The Devil"

The Rolling Stones played most of their big hits during the 70’s. This is one of

my favorite classic rock bands. I mostly listen to classic rock, but I also listen to all

kinds of other music, like classical, jazz, and new age rock. The Rolling Stones is a band

that is well known. A lot of people listen to their music. This song, Sympathy for the Devil, is a look into the darker side of life: the side that no one likes to think about or even acknowledge.
Most of the Lyrics in this song depict an evil image that is manifested through Mick Jagger. Mick Jagger is the lead singer of The Rolling Stones. He accents this particular song with his look, and through the unique sound of his voice. This song gives evil, and Lucifer himself a voice. In this song, Lucifer acknowledges that he is always around us to perform evil acts, and that throughout time, he has been there to reek havoc. “Please allow me to introduce myself; I’m a man of wealth and taste. I’v...