Jumping Across Stepping Stones

“Heart of Stone” is a song that was recorded by the English rock band The Rolling Stones. It is credited to the songwriting partnership of Jagger/Richards. The song came out as a single in 1964 and is featured on their albums The Rolling Stones Now! and Out of Our Heads. It became their second Top 20 US hit.

“Like a Rolling Stone” is a song that was recorded and written by American singer and songwriter Bob Dylan. It was released in 1965. The song charted on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, went to number one on the Cashbox chart, and became a worldwide hit. It completed Dylan’s image from folk singer to rock star. In 2014 at an auction Dylan’s handwritten lyrics to the song got $2 million which is a world record for a popular music manuscript.

“Stone in Love” is a song that was recorded by American rock band Journey. It is featured on their 1981 album Escape. The song has a great harmonization by the band. It focuses on love but is also a metaphor for the challenges faced in life. Each heartbreak can lead to growth and every setback can be a stepping stone to a brighter future.

“(I’m Not Your) Stepping Stone” is a song that was written by Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart. It was originally recorded by English band The Liverpool Five in 1966. Then came a version by the American band Paul Revere and the Raiders, and featured on their 1966 album Midnight Ride. However, the song finally became a bit hit when it was recorded by the American rock band The Monkees with band member Mickey Dolenz on lead vocals. It charted on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became one of the most popular songs recorded by The Monkees.

“I’m Stone in Love with You” is a song that was recorded by Philadelphia soul group The Stylistics and noted for the falsetto singing of lead singer Russel Thompkins. The song was written by Thom Bell, Linda Creed, and Anthony Bell. It was the first track on their 1972 album Round 2. Released as a single the song charted on the Billboard Hot 100, Billboard R&B, and UK Singles charts. It earned a Gold disc.

“In the Stone” is a song that was recorded by R&B/funk band Earth, Wind, & Fire. It was released as a single in 1979 and charted on the Billboard Hot Soul Songs chart. The song is featured on the band’s 1979 album I Am.

“Stones” is a song that was recorded by American singer and songwriter Neil Diamond. It is featured on his 1971 album of the same name. The song is based on his personal experiences and observations with heartfelt lyrics. It emphasizes Diamond’s struggles as a musician as well as the challenges people face in different walks of life. The lyrics repeat the phrase “Stones, ‘round which we built our lives.”

“Heart of Stone” is an emotional ballad that was recorded by American singer Cher. It was written by Andy Hall and Pete Sinfield. The song revolves around the themes of heartbreak, resilience, and vulnerability. The song came out as the title track from her 1989 album of the same name. It became one of Cher’s most beloved and iconic songs.

“Turn to Stone” is a song that was recorded by English rock band Electric Light Orchestra/ELO. It is the title track to their double album Out of the Blue and the first song released as a single. It was composed by Jeff Lynne and in 2008 he was awarded a BMI Million-Air Certificate for “Turn to Stone” having one million airplays.