Lyrics Wild Horses

Wild Horses was written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones. The inspiration for the song was Jaggers tumultuous relationship with Marianne Faithfull. However, the song also reflects Richards feelings about not being able to see his son due to extensive touring. The song ultimately became one of the Rolling Stones most famous ballads, noted for its emotive melody and evocative lyrics.

Childhood living is easy to do
The things that you wanted I bought them for you
Graceless lady you know who I am
You know I can't let you slide through my hands

Wild horses couldn't drag me away
Wild, wild horses couldn't drag me away

I watched you suffer a dull aching pain
Now you've decided, to show me the same
No sweeping exit or offstage lines
Could make me feel bitter or treat you unkind

Wild Horses, couldn't drag me away
Wild, wild horses couldn't drag me away


I know I dreamed you a sin and a lie
I have my freedom but I don't have much time
Faith has been broken, tears must be cried
Let's do some living, after we die

Wild Horses, couldn't drag me away
Wild wild Horses, we'll ride them some day


Wild Horses, couldn't drag me away
Wild wild Horses, we'll ride them some day
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