"Stages" is a song by American rock band ZZ Top.

It was released as the second single from their ninth studio album Afterburner (1985).

Cash Box called it "melodic, driving, and danceable.

"[2] AllMusic called the song a "terrific post-new wave rocker" and that it is the poppiest thing they ever cut.

[3] Credits for "Stages" adapted from Afterburner album liner notes.