Carol

Chuck Berry first released this original song in 1958. It peaked at number 18 on the American pop chart and number 9 on the R&B chart.

The Rolling Stones covered it for their self-titled debut album. There was also a version recorded on the 1970 live album Get Yer Ya-Ya’s Out! featuring Mick Taylor on guitar.

Carol has been covered by several other notable bands whom I won’t make note of here.

Chuck Berry:

The Rolling Stones:

This is the second time the Stones have been featured. The first time was for the song Mercy Mercy. They won that one. They win this one too. Don’t get me wrong it’s really close. I think the lead guitar is stronger on Berry’s version. But I kind of like how they sped it up and Mick (I’m assuming it’s Mick) clapping his hands is great. Also there is this weird rattling in the background of Berry’s version. As far as I can tell it’s supposed to be there, but I have no idea what it is, and it drives me nuts. Don’t get me wrong though I do like Berry’s version. Oh and the Stones have this version too (seriously, if you listen to any of these listen to this one). It’s really hard to top 1969’s Super-Mick.