Studio Album · No. 19
Emotional Rescue Songwriting Credits by The Rolling Stones
Produced by The Glimmer Twins · Engineered by Chris Kimsey
Rolling Stones Records
RockDance-RockNew Wave
100%
Authorship
Holds writing credit on 10 of 10 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 10 / 10 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 10 tracks with documented writers, by whether The Rolling Stones carries a lyricist or composer credit.
10 trackswritten by The Rolling Stones
0 tracksoutside writers
The Rolling Stones's roles on this album
Share of the 10 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist100%
Composer100%
Producer100%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
10
Tracks
3
Lyricists
2
Producers
1980
Released
Data Insight
Emotional Rescue carries the dance-leaning momentum of Some Girls forward, pairing the falsetto disco-funk of the title track with new wave textures across the record. All the songs are Jagger/Richards originals produced by the Glimmer Twins, with one exception to the pure partnership: 'Dance (Pt. 1)' adds Ronnie Wood as a co-writer. The album held the number 1 spot on the US albums chart for seven weeks. Chris Kimsey served as associate producer and engineer.
Released June 20, 1980, Emotional Rescue debuted at number one in the UK and US. A funkier, more uneven follow-up to Some Girls, it includes the title track (which features Jagger in a falsetto register), 'She's So Cold,' and 'Dance (Pt. 1).' Ronnie Wood co-wrote 'Dance (Pt. 1).'
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Written by the artist
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Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 5 contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions Emotional Rescue
Who wrote the songs on Emotional Rescue?
The songs are credited to Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, with one exception: 'Dance (Pt. 1)' is co-written with guitarist Ronnie Wood. There are no cover versions on the original album. It was produced by the Glimmer Twins, Jagger and Richards' production alias.
How did the single Emotional Rescue chart?
'Emotional Rescue' reached number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. It also hit number 1 in Canada and number 9 on the UK Singles Chart. Mick Jagger sings much of the track in falsetto over a disco-influenced groove.
Did She's So Cold become a hit?
'She's So Cold' reached number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 in late 1980. It was the album's second single. The song was written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards.
How well did Emotional Rescue sell?
The album was certified 2x Platinum by the RIAA in the United States. It also spent seven weeks at number 1 on the US albums chart. Additional certifications were earned in several other countries.
What does Emotional Rescue sound like?
The album blends the band's rock base with dance-rock and new wave influences. The title track is built on a disco-funk groove with falsetto vocals. Other tracks pull toward harder rock and reggae touches.
Who produced and engineered Emotional Rescue?
It was produced by the Glimmer Twins, the studio alias of Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. Chris Kimsey worked on the album as associate producer and engineer. Ted Jensen handled mastering.