Heroin Girl
Everclear
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I used to know a girl She had two pierced nipples and a black tattoo We'd drink that Mexican beer We'd live on Mexican food Yeah, I wish I could go back Yes, back in time Esther used to be the kind of girl that you would Never leave She'd do anything to give me what I need for my Disease She'd do anything I can hear them talking in the real world But they don't understand that I'm happy in hell With my heroin girl Yeah, with a heroin girl Esther used to be the kind of lover you would Never leave She'd do anything to give me what I need for my Disease She'd do anything I can hear them talking in the real world But they don't understand that I'm losing myself In a white-trash hell Lost inside a heroin girl Yeah, with a heroin girl, yeah yeah They found her out in the fields About a mile from home Her face was warm from the sun But her body was cold I heard a policeman say Just another overdose Just another overdose! Esther used to be the kind of lover you would Never leave She'd do anything to give me what I need for my Disease She would do anything
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Written by: ART ALEXAKIS, CRAIG MONTOYA, RALPH SCOTT CUTHBERT
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"Heroin Girl" is a song by the American rock band Everclear that was featured on the band's second studio album "Sparkle and Fade" released in 1995.
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Album's successThe album "Sparkle and Fade", featuring "Heroin Girl", is considered one of Everclear's most successful works, achieving Platinum certification in the United States.
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Subject MatterThe song lyrically discusses the tragic and destructive effects of drug abuse, specifically heroin addiction.
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Real-life InspirationThe song was based on lead singer Art Alexakis's personal experiences. He had lost his girlfriend and brother to heroin addiction, using music as a means to express his grief and pain.
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Song Recognition"Heroin Girl" began receiving recognition in Portland, Oregon's local music scene before it grabbed mainstream attention.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song, directed by Ross Harris, uses familiar Everclear themes such as broken homes, drug use, and death to capture the dark tone of the song.
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Chart SuccessWhile not as commercially successful as other Everclear's songs like "Santa Monica", "Heroin Girl" remains a fan favorite and often features in the band's live performances.
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Social Impact"Heroin Girl" was praised for its raw and honest portrayal of addiction. It has been used as a discussion tool in some places to educate about the harsh realities and consequences of drug abuse.
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Release DateThe song "Heroin Girl" as part of the "Sparkle and Fade" album was officially released on May 23, 1995.
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Record Label"Heroin Girl" was released under the record label Capitol Records.
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