She Was Hot

Alright, Zoo Freaks, you're tuned into THE ZOO with your hippie DJs, the Zoo Crew, spinning the hottest vinyl for all you wild ones out there! Right now, we've got the raunchy, rock 'n' roll vibes of The Rolling Stones blasting through with "She Was Hot" from their 1983 album Undercover. This track is a straight-up, gritty banger, and we've got some juicy trivia to share. Mick Jagger called this an "on-the-road song," drawing from the band's experiences touring cities like New York, Detroit, and Chicago. He admitted in interviews he usually hates road songs, but this one? It’s all about those steamy, fleeting romantic encounters that spark up when you're living that rock star life. The song’s got that classic Stones edge, with Jagger painting vivid pictures of chasing passion wherever it leads.

Now, let’s talk about the music video for "She Was Hot" — it’s a wild one! Directed by Julien Temple, it stars actress Anita Morris as a redheaded dancer who’s got the whole band losing their cool. Things get so heated that, in the original cut, the band’s pants zippers literally pop open! MTV said, "No way," and refused to air it, so the Stones had to release a tamer version without the, ahem, crotch-popping action. Sadly, Anita Morris passed away from cancer, but her performance in this video, shot in Mexico City, is unforgettable. Fun fact: the video version of the song has an extra three-line verse at the 32-second mark that’s never been in any commercial release, and the audio’s sped up by about eight percent, giving it a slightly higher pitch. Oh, and check this — the track features both original Stones pianist Ian Stewart and Chuck Leavell, formerly of the Allman Brothers, laying down those killer keyboard vibes.

Here’s another tidbit for you Zoo Freaks: "She Was Hot" didn’t exactly set the charts on fire, peaking at number 44 in the U.S. and number 42 in the U.K. But the Stones brought it back to life during their 2006 A Bigger Bang Tour, debuting it live in Chicago on October 11. It became a staple of their setlist, and a performance even made it into their 2008 concert film and live album Shine a Light. The B-side to the single was "I Think I’m Going Mad," an outtake from their Emotional Rescue sessions, which didn’t hit the charts either but is a gem for diehard fans. If you wanna dig deeper into the song’s vibe, the lyrics are all about Jagger’s storytelling, with lines about being "hot on the pleasure trail" and chasing passion across cities. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s pure Rolling Stones.

Let’s rewind and talk about how The Rolling Stones got their start, because these guys are the definition of rock 'n' roll legends. Formed in London in 1962, the band came together when childhood friends Mick Jagger and Keith Richards reconnected over their shared love of American blues and R&B. They were just kids messing around with records by Muddy Waters and Chuck Berry when they started jamming with other like-minded souls, including Brian Jones, Charlie Watts, and Bill Wyman. Named after a Muddy Waters song, "Rollin’ Stone," they kicked off playing gritty blues covers in small clubs. By 1963, they were cutting their first singles, and their raw energy and rebellious attitude made them stand out against the cleaner-cut bands of the era. Their early gigs at places like the Crawdaddy Club in Richmond built a cult following, and soon they were churning out hits like "Satisfaction" that defined a generation.

The Stones’ journey wasn’t all smooth sailing — they faced lineup changes, legal troubles, and plenty of controversy, but their passion for music kept them going. Brian Jones’ departure and death in 1969 was a low point, but the addition of Mick Taylor and later Ronnie Wood kept the fire burning. They evolved from blues purists to genre-bending rock gods, experimenting with everything from psychedelia to reggae while staying true to their roots. Now, over six decades later, they’re still touring, still recording, and still proving why they’re called the greatest rock 'n' roll band in the world. If you’re a Zoo Freak who can’t get enough, you gotta check out their official site at rollingstones.com for tour dates, merch, and exclusive content.

For all you social media heads, follow the Stones on Facebook, Instagram, and X to stay in the loop on their latest moves. Want to connect with other fans? Dive into the It’s Only Rock’n Roll fan club site, a nonprofit run by Stones freaks for Stones freaks, packed with news, forums, and album art stories. You can also join the Rolling Stones Fans Facebook group to swap stories, share rare pics, and geek out over the band’s epic history. So, crank up "She Was Hot," let those guitars rip, and keep it locked to THE ZOO for more rock 'n' roll madness!