Keith RiCHARDS: I NEVER Plan ANYTHING "Mick's ROCK, I'm ROLL!"

The Rolling Stones were on a roll! Between 1968 and 1972, they put out four albums that many fans say are their greatest, and some even say they're among the best rock albums ever made. Their last album in this amazing streak was a double album called "Exile on Main St." It was a wild ride to close out this epic period, just like you'd expect from the Stones.

Most folks know the story behind the album's name: the band had to leave England for a while because of high taxes, so they rented a place in France to make their music. But even though they were in Europe, the music on "Exile on Main St." is a mix of blues, soul, country, and rock – a sound that's all over the map in the best way possible.

"Shake Your Hips" is a cool tribute to a blues song by Slim Harpo from 1966. The Stones were big fans of blues music, and this is their way of showing their appreciation. The song is a bit different from the first two tracks because it has a simpler sound, with fewer instruments and effects. This change of pace keeps things interesting as we move deeper into "Exile on Main St.," which many consider the Stones' greatest album!

Sources and References:
Stones In Exile Documentary (2010)
Wikipedia
The Rolling Stones Official

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