: The narrator celebrates gaining "the upper hand" over a woman who previously dominated or "pushed him around."
: The song has faced significant criticism for perceived misogyny . Lyrics referring to the woman as a "squirming dog" or a "siamese cat" that has been "tamed" are often cited as examples of the era's casual sexism. under_my_thumb_the_rolling_stoness_song_vintage...
: As a highlight of Aftermath , the first Stones album to consist entirely of original Jagger/Richards compositions. : The narrator celebrates gaining "the upper hand"
The lyrics, written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, depict a power shift in a relationship. under_my_thumb_the_rolling_stoness_song_vintage...