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Sweet Sounds of Heaven
2023 single by the Rolling Stones
Sweet Sounds of Heaven
"Sweet Sounds of Heaven" is a song by English rock band the Rolling Stones, featuring American singer Lady Gaga. It was released on 28 September 2023 as the second single from the band's studio album Hackney Diamonds (2023). Written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards and produced by Andrew Watt, the song originated from a piano composition by Jagger. Watt suggested inviting Stevie Wonder, who contributed piano, Fender Rhodes and Moog bass, while Gaga became involved spontaneously during a recording session at a neighbouring studio. Musically, "Sweet Sounds of Heaven" incorporates elements of gospel, rock, soul and blues, gradually building over seven minutes to an extended vocal interplay between Jagger and Gaga. Its lyrics address themes of nationalism, poverty and mortality. Several journalists compared the song to the band's "Gimme Shelter" (1969), particularly likening Gaga's vocal performance to that of Merry Clayton on the earlier recording. "Sweet Sounds of Heaven" received positive...
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