Discover the story of the song > Sympathy For The Devil – The Rolling Stones

The protagonist introduces himself as a wealthy and elegant man who has been around for a long time, and has caused mischief throughout history. He talks about his involvement in the death of important figures like the Tsar and the Kennedys, in addition to setting traps for musicians. He compares himself to the devil and warns others to treat him with respect, or he will harm them. The chorus repeats the protagonist’s desire for others to guess his name, while the guitar solo and outro offer a lively farewell.