Jumpin' Jack Flash

It's a gas! Ignite your speakers with The Rolling Stones' electrifying 1968 hard rock anthem, "Jumpin' Jack Flash." Driven by Keith Richards' iconic, gritty guitar riff, this explosive track marked a powerful return to their blues rock roots and remains a signature Stones classic.

Released as a hugely successful non-album single in 1968, "Jumpin' Jack Flash" instantly became one of The Rolling Stones' defining songs. Its raw blues rock energy, menacing guitar sound, Mick Jagger's defiant vocals, and driving rhythm section signaled a move away from psychedelia back to powerful rock and roll.

Built around one of rock's greatest guitar riffs, this 1968 hard rock masterpiece is pure Rolling Stones swagger. A staple of their live shows for decades, "Jumpin' Jack Flash" endures as a timeless anthem of resilience, its raw power and blues rock foundation captivating listeners still.

SONG MEANING: The lyrics depict a character who has endured significant hardship and adversity from birth ("born in a cross-fire hurricane," "raised by a toothless, bearded hag") but has survived and emerged strong. It's widely interpreted as an anthem of resilience, overcoming difficult circumstances, and finding triumph or excitement ("It's a gas!") in survival.