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I had the exact same thoughts as you. But while rediscovering it through the IORR sessions I regained respect for the song as well as the songwriting.
Had Mick sung it less campy/artificial I think I would have liked it better.
And I can reveal that we have a guitarist here on IORR who can play this one just as good as Taylor, if not better
Same as on the Virgin IORR?
Can't get enough of those Charlie rim shots. >
<
That damn guitar solo is pure magic.
Just to note: it's Richards doing the turn-around solo's at the end of each verse. Credits should read:
Keith Richards: Lead & Rhythm Guitar, 12 string acoustic guitar & Backing Vocals
Mick Taylor: Lead & Rythm Guitar
Mathijs
Thanks.
Ha!
Mathijs
Thanks I will change it......
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I knew it ;o)
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And that's what makes it so great.
Agree, the guitars, and especially the solo, always stood out for me!
Thanks, Dandy! Oh wait, you've never heard me play! LOL
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Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
NICOS
()
Date: September 28, 2015 11:09
Comments, input and alterations are very welcome!
_______________________________________________________________________________
Time Waits For No One
Jagger/Richards
Recorded: Musicland Studios, Munich January, April–May 1974
Mick Jagger: Lead Vocal
Mick Taylor: Lead & Rhythm Guitar*
Keith Richards: Lead & Rhythm Guitar, 12 string acoustic guitar & Backing Vocals*
Bill Wyman: Bass & Synthesizer
Charlie Watts: Drums
Nicky Hopkins: Piano
Ray Cooper: Percussion
* Edit on request
Yes, star crossed in pleasure the stream flows on by
Yes, as we're sated in leisure, we watch it fly yeah
And time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
And time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
Time can tear down a building or destroy a woman's face
Hours are like diamonds, don't let them waste
Time waits for one, no favours has he
Time waits for one, and he won’t wait for me, yeah
Men, they build towers to the passing yes, to their fame everlasting
Here he comes chopping and reaping, hear him laugh at their cheating
And time waits for no man, and it won't wait for me
Yes, time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
Drink in your summer, gather your corn
The dreams of the night time will vanish by dawn
And time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
Time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
No no no, not for me
nooo not for me.....
Produced by: The Glimmer Twins
Engineers: Andy Johns, Keith Harwood
First released on:
The Rolling Stones - It's Only Rock 'n Roll (LP)
Rolling Stones Records
COC 79101 (US) October 16, 1974
COC 59103 (UK) October 18, 1974
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 2015-09-28 17:54 by NICOS.
_______________________________________________________________________________
Time Waits For No One
Jagger/Richards
Recorded: Musicland Studios, Munich January, April–May 1974
Mick Jagger: Lead Vocal
Mick Taylor: Lead & Rhythm Guitar*
Keith Richards: Lead & Rhythm Guitar, 12 string acoustic guitar & Backing Vocals*
Bill Wyman: Bass & Synthesizer
Charlie Watts: Drums
Nicky Hopkins: Piano
Ray Cooper: Percussion
* Edit on request
Yes, star crossed in pleasure the stream flows on by
Yes, as we're sated in leisure, we watch it fly yeah
And time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
And time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
Time can tear down a building or destroy a woman's face
Hours are like diamonds, don't let them waste
Time waits for one, no favours has he
Time waits for one, and he won’t wait for me, yeah
Men, they build towers to the passing yes, to their fame everlasting
Here he comes chopping and reaping, hear him laugh at their cheating
And time waits for no man, and it won't wait for me
Yes, time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
Drink in your summer, gather your corn
The dreams of the night time will vanish by dawn
And time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
Time waits for no one, and it won't wait for me
No no no, not for me
nooo not for me.....
Produced by: The Glimmer Twins
Engineers: Andy Johns, Keith Harwood
First released on:
The Rolling Stones - It's Only Rock 'n Roll (LP)
Rolling Stones Records
COC 79101 (US) October 16, 1974
COC 59103 (UK) October 18, 1974
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 2015-09-28 17:54 by NICOS.
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
68to72
()
Date: September 28, 2015 11:15
Fantastic song, and the highlight of IORR........
And quite possibly Mick Taylors finest moment on record IMHO
What a drag it is gettin' old
And quite possibly Mick Taylors finest moment on record IMHO
What a drag it is gettin' old
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Turner68
()
Date: September 28, 2015 11:27
I know a lot of people on here love this song so I will keep it brief. I always found this song to be self-indulgent, pretentious, and vapid both musically and lyrically.
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
DandelionPowderman
()
Date: September 28, 2015 11:42
Quote
Turner68
I know a lot of people on here love this song so I will keep it brief. I always found this song to be self-indulgent, pretentious, and vapid both musically and lyrically.
I had the exact same thoughts as you. But while rediscovering it through the IORR sessions I regained respect for the song as well as the songwriting.
Had Mick sung it less campy/artificial I think I would have liked it better.
And I can reveal that we have a guitarist here on IORR who can play this one just as good as Taylor, if not better
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Silver Dagger
()
Date: September 28, 2015 12:10
An amazing song that sadly has never been played live and very probably never will now that Mick Taylor has, once again, parted comapny with the band.
Is it the longest solo ever on a Stones cut? Either that or Can't You Hear Me Knocking?
Time Waits For No One is one of those great, spine-tingling moments where the Stones push themselves out of their rock'n'roll comfort zone and into new unchartered territory.
I wonder how much Mick Taylor had to do with the song's construction as it has a Santana-like groove and solo and we know that MT was a major fan. That solo is one of Mick Taylor's finest moments, shimmering and dazzling as it reaches out into the ether. Real guitar hero stuff.
And the fade out with that fabulous Cuban style piano, reminiscent of Tito Puente - again, another Santana comparison.
I know the lyrics divide some fans but I think they are among Mick's very best, and possibly inspired by the Metaphysical poetry of Andrew Marvel and John Donne from the 17th century, that he will probably have learnt at school.
I'd also love to hear any out-takes of this.
Edited 3 time(s). Last edit at 2015-09-28 14:02 by Silver Dagger.
Is it the longest solo ever on a Stones cut? Either that or Can't You Hear Me Knocking?
Time Waits For No One is one of those great, spine-tingling moments where the Stones push themselves out of their rock'n'roll comfort zone and into new unchartered territory.
I wonder how much Mick Taylor had to do with the song's construction as it has a Santana-like groove and solo and we know that MT was a major fan. That solo is one of Mick Taylor's finest moments, shimmering and dazzling as it reaches out into the ether. Real guitar hero stuff.
And the fade out with that fabulous Cuban style piano, reminiscent of Tito Puente - again, another Santana comparison.
I know the lyrics divide some fans but I think they are among Mick's very best, and possibly inspired by the Metaphysical poetry of Andrew Marvel and John Donne from the 17th century, that he will probably have learnt at school.
I'd also love to hear any out-takes of this.
Edited 3 time(s). Last edit at 2015-09-28 14:02 by Silver Dagger.
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
drewmaster
()
Date: September 28, 2015 13:04
A haunting testament to the evanescence and impermanence of everything. Although the lyrics and the melody are lovely, and Ray Cooper and Nicky Hopkins bring a lot to this track, it is (of course) Mick Taylor’s incredible guitar-work that takes this song to a whole other level. Taylor creates a soaring sonic tapestry that transports and ultimately leaves the listener dazzled beyond belief. His soloing here is one of his finest moments on a Rolling Stones record, if not his finest ever.
The message of TWFNO is of course profoundly sad, yet it is tinged with hope. Knowing that hours are like diamonds, and watching them fly, we can still take solace in the wisdom of appreciating simply (to paraphrase another track from this era) how good it is to be alive.
Drew
The message of TWFNO is of course profoundly sad, yet it is tinged with hope. Knowing that hours are like diamonds, and watching them fly, we can still take solace in the wisdom of appreciating simply (to paraphrase another track from this era) how good it is to be alive.
Drew
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Silver Dagger
()
Date: September 28, 2015 13:10
Quote
DandelionPowdermanQuote
Turner68
And I can reveal that we have a guitarist here on IORR who can play this one just as good as Taylor, if not better
That doesn't happen to be you by any chance, does it Dandy?
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
LuxuryStones
()
Date: September 28, 2015 13:19
That's a beautiful song, composition actually. There's literally nothing I don't like about it, and Taylor at his best. No need to compare him to Santana. He was in a league of his own here.
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Rockman
()
Date: September 28, 2015 13:25
Wonderful lyrics indeed and the Japanese SACD of IORR has the longer
6.45 min version of Time Waits For No One ..... A lil more Charlie there in the fade
ROCKMAN
6.45 min version of Time Waits For No One ..... A lil more Charlie there in the fade
ROCKMAN
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
DandelionPowderman
()
Date: September 28, 2015 13:34
Quote
Silver DaggerQuote
DandelionPowdermanQuote
Turner68
And I can reveal that we have a guitarist here on IORR who can play this one just as good as Taylor, if not better
That doesn't happen to be you by any chance, does it Dandy?
Not this time, Mike
You'll know in a few minutes, though. I thought I'd post it here, as it's TWFNO Track Talk-day
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
DandelionPowderman
()
Date: September 28, 2015 13:34
Quote
Rockman
Wonderful lyrics indeed and the Japanese SACD of IORR has the longer
6.45 min version of Time Waits For No One ..... A lil more Charlie there in the fade
Same as on the Virgin IORR?
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Maindefender
()
Date: September 28, 2015 13:39
Total collaborative band effort, a unique song for the Stones. This song is a diamond. 
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Silver Dagger
()
Date: September 28, 2015 13:46
Quote
Rockman
Wonderful lyrics indeed and the Japanese SACD of IORR has the longer
6.45 min version of Time Waits For No One ..... A lil more Charlie there in the fade
Can't get enough of those Charlie rim shots. >
<Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Come On
()
Date: September 28, 2015 13:50
Incredible song that got it all incl a M Taylor guitar-solo...his best for Stones if you ask me...
2 1 2 0
2 1 2 0
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Chris Fountain
()
Date: September 28, 2015 14:04
Quote
Come On
Incredible song that got it all incl a M Taylor guitar-solo...his best for Stones if you ask me...
That damn guitar solo is pure magic.
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Redhotcarpet
()
Date: September 28, 2015 14:46
This is sleazy-era Stones (a very important period to their legacy, more than one might think) ballad or slowtempo - just before their afro-danger era (1975-1976). One of the best sentimental Stones numbers. Fantastic.
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
makemeburnthecandle
()
Date: September 28, 2015 14:51
A top 5 RS tune.
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Tops
()
Date: September 28, 2015 15:12
One of their most underrated songs. Taylors last great moment with the band. Haunting and Beautiful.
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
reg thorpe
()
Date: September 28, 2015 15:45
one of my favs
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
souldoggie
()
Date: September 28, 2015 16:19
Been a favorite of mine since its release.
Beautiful song.
I get a kick out of the fact that Mick wrote this when he was around 30.
For me it just adds to its charm
Beautiful song.
I get a kick out of the fact that Mick wrote this when he was around 30.
For me it just adds to its charm
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Mathijs
()
Date: September 28, 2015 16:40
Quote
NICOS
Comments, input and alterations are very welcome!
_______________________________________________________________________________
Time Waits For No One
Jagger/Richards
Recorded: Musicland Studios, Munich January, April–May 1974
Mick Jagger: Lead Vocal
Mick Taylor: Lead Guitar, 12 String Acoustic Guitar & Percussion
Keith Richards: Rhythm Guitar & Backing Vocals
Bill Wyman: Bass & Synthesizer
Charlie Watts: Drums
Nicky Hopkins: Piano
Ray Cooper: Percussion
Just to note: it's Richards doing the turn-around solo's at the end of each verse. Credits should read:
Keith Richards: Lead & Rhythm Guitar, 12 string acoustic guitar & Backing Vocals
Mick Taylor: Lead & Rythm Guitar
Mathijs
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Mathijs
()
Date: September 28, 2015 16:40
Quote
DandelionPowderman
And I can reveal that we have a guitarist here on IORR who can play this one just as good as Taylor, if not better
Thanks.
Ha!
Mathijs
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
NICOS
()
Date: September 28, 2015 17:53
Quote
MathijsQuote
NICOS
Comments, input and alterations are very welcome!
_______________________________________________________________________________
Time Waits For No One
Jagger/Richards
Recorded: Musicland Studios, Munich January, April–May 1974
Mick Jagger: Lead Vocal
Mick Taylor: Lead Guitar, 12 String Acoustic Guitar & Percussion
Keith Richards: Rhythm Guitar & Backing Vocals
Bill Wyman: Bass & Synthesizer
Charlie Watts: Drums
Nicky Hopkins: Piano
Ray Cooper: Percussion
Just to note: it's Richards doing the turn-around solo's at the end of each verse. Credits should read:
Keith Richards: Lead & Rhythm Guitar, 12 string acoustic guitar & Backing Vocals
Mick Taylor: Lead & Rythm Guitar
Mathijs
Thanks I will change it......
__________________________
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
GasLightStreet
()
Date: September 28, 2015 17:57
Probably one of their most bizarre tunes ever. It's so not a Stones track.
Great track.
Great track.
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
NICOS
()
Date: September 28, 2015 18:01
Quote
MathijsQuote
DandelionPowderman
And I can reveal that we have a guitarist here on IORR who can play this one just as good as Taylor, if not better
Thanks.
Ha!
Mathijs
I knew it ;o)
__________________________
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Title5Take1
()
Date: September 28, 2015 19:40
Love it, but wonder if any single person every understood all the lyrics just by listening before seeing them printed. Mick doesn't exactly enunciate like Grace Kelly in this one.
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Silver Dagger
()
Date: September 28, 2015 19:43
Quote
GasLightStreet
Probably one of their most bizarre tunes ever. It's so not a Stones track.
Great track.
And that's what makes it so great.
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
35love
()
Date: September 28, 2015 20:13
I haven't read previous reviews yet (later)
To me, knowing this song for decades, it sits in a China cabinet,
a polished, valuable piece in the collection,
not taken out much,
as it has a stark, dust of despair, yet Mick Taylor's spiritual clarity when he plays, it stays, and you don't forget, ever.
This song came blaring thru quality speakers on as I was standing in a slow, slow morning line at the RS's merchandise truck San Diego Zip tour. I actually gasped, put my face in the sun, and... can't even explain/ put to words.
But my world tilted. Suddenly it made sense. What an amazing high.
I waited 35+ years to stand in that line. Slayed some dragons to get there.
To me, knowing this song for decades, it sits in a China cabinet,
a polished, valuable piece in the collection,
not taken out much,
as it has a stark, dust of despair, yet Mick Taylor's spiritual clarity when he plays, it stays, and you don't forget, ever.
This song came blaring thru quality speakers on as I was standing in a slow, slow morning line at the RS's merchandise truck San Diego Zip tour. I actually gasped, put my face in the sun, and... can't even explain/ put to words.
But my world tilted. Suddenly it made sense. What an amazing high.
I waited 35+ years to stand in that line. Slayed some dragons to get there.
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
LeonidP
()
Date: September 28, 2015 20:35
Quote
Tops
One of their most underrated songs. Taylors last great moment with the band. Haunting and Beautiful.
Agree, the guitars, and especially the solo, always stood out for me!
Re: Track Talk: Time Waits For No One
Posted by:
Elmo Lewis
()
Date: September 28, 2015 21:09
Quote
DandelionPowdermanQuote
Turner68
I know a lot of people on here love this song so I will keep it brief. I always found this song to be self-indulgent, pretentious, and vapid both musically and lyrically.
I had the exact same thoughts as you. But while rediscovering it through the IORR sessions I regained respect for the song as well as the songwriting.
Had Mick sung it less campy/artificial I think I would have liked it better.
And I can reveal that we have a guitarist here on IORR who can play this one just as good as Taylor, if not better
Thanks, Dandy! Oh wait, you've never heard me play! LOL
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