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The Rolling Stones have enjoyed unparalleled and massive success over the last couple of years. Consider the facts: Susan Boylechr(226)chr(128)chr(153)s debut album I Dreamed a Dream features the Stoneschr(226)chr(128)chr(153) classic Wild Horses. The album sold over Nine (9) million copies world wide. Next, the video game Call of Duty: Black Ops features two Stones classics, Gimme Shelter and Sympathy for the Devil. The game has sold over 25 million copies worldwide. Then came Exile On Main Street reissue, it goes to # 1 in U.K and # 2 in U.S. Add in this nugget: The Rolling Stones are still the most successful touring band in history. In totality, no other artist or entertainers have sold more concert tickets, made more money, or played to more people than the Rolling Stones. Mick sings for President Obama at the White House. Best selling books like Keith Richardschr(226)chr(128)chr(153) Life and homage songs such as Maroon 5chr(226)chr(128)chr(153)s Moves Like Jagger, keep the Rolling Stones, after fifty years on, at the top of the music world.