Softer, Softest
Hole
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I tell you everything And I hope that you won't tell on me And I'd give you anything And I know that you won't tell on me Pee-girl gets the belt It old milk makes me mind And all your milk is so sour, and I can only cry And I can only cower, and I can only cry You have all the power I've got a blister from touching everything I see The abyss opens up, it steals everything from me Pee-girl gets the belt The old milk makes me mind Your milk is so sick, your milk has a dye Your milk has so dick, your milk has a dye Your milk has so dick Burn the witch, the witch is dead Burn the witch Just bring me back her head Pee-girl gets the belt The old milk makes me mind Your milk is so mean Your milk turns to mine Your milk turns to cream Your milk turns to mine Your milk turns to cream Your milk turns to cry Your milk turns to cream Your milk turns to cry Your milk turns to cream
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Written by: ERIC T ERLANDSON, COURTNEY M. LOVE
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11 facts about this song
Release Date"Softer, Softest" by Hole was released on September 8, 1994, as part of the band's second studio album, 'Live Through This.'
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Album Success'Live Through This' is one of Hole's most successful albums, reaching Gold and Platinum sales status in several countries, including the US, Canada, and Australia, increasing the popularity of "Softer, Softest."
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Lyrics ContentThe lyrics of "Softer, Softest" are based on lead singer Courtney Love's experience of child abuse and neglect.
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Musical StyleThe song is representative of Hole's punk and alternative rock influences, but it also has a quieter, more introspective character than many of their other songs.
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Album ThemeLike most of the songs in the 'Live Through This' album, "Softer, Softest" deals with themes such as body image, self-perception, and personal trauma.
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ReceptionUpon its release, "Softer, Softest" was praised for its raw and emotional lyrics, as well as Love's passionate vocal performance.
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VideoThe video of "Softer, Softest," directed by Samuel Bayer, features Hole in a confessional booth intercut with clips of each band member performing and various abstract visuals.
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Personal ExperiencesCourtney Love often spoke about "Softer, Softest" in interviews, revealing that it was 'about my childhood' and that she often found it difficult to perform live because of its personal content.
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Live Performances"Softer, Softest" became a staple of Hole's live performances during the mid-90s, often played towards the end of their set.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists have covered "Softer, Softest," most notably the Canadian band Cowboy Junkies.
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LegacyToday, "Softer, Softest" is considered one of Hole's signature songs and a highlight of 'Live Through This.' It continues to be cited as an influential track in the alternative and punk rock genres.
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