Song Details
- Album Release Date: 1976-04-23
- Album Name: Black And Blue (Remastered 2009)
Song Meaning (Interpretation) of “Memory Motel – Remastered” by The Rolling Stones
“Memory Motel” by The Rolling Stones captures a nostalgic moment of reflection in the life of the narrator. Through the chorus, the narrator laments a lover leaving who they could never quite match up to. The narrator conveys an intense emptiness about being left alone in a motel, overwhelmed with memories of their shared time. This feeling of deep sorrow is juxtaposed by a brief glimmer of hope, coupled with a desire to hit the open road of life and go off in search of something new. The music draws from a driving bluesy feel featuring a mix of electric guitar, bass and organs leading to a powerful saxophone solo. The lyrics carry a feeling of longing for a time of contentment and they take the listener on a journey through their memories. A feeling of sadness lingers at the end of the song, leaving the listener with the understanding that the narrator was forced to confront the fact that the past can never be recaptured.