Sting Me

The Black Crowes

About Sting Me

"Sting Me" is a single by American rock band The Black Crowes. It was the first song on the band's number-one album The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion, released in 1992, and the second single from the album. The song reached number one on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart, where it remained for two weeks. Previous single "Remedy" had spent 11 weeks at the summit. "Sting Me" was the second of four singles from The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion to top the Album Rock chart. A music video was also recorded for the song, featuring the band performing at a marijuana legalization rally. 


Year:
2002
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If you feel like a riot, then don't you deny it
Put your good foot forward
No need for heroics I just want you to show it
Now's the time to shine
Your independence is a half ass deliverance
The train left the station
The recognition of the same old condition
Your symptoms showing through

Well regardless of the truth
You still act so aloof
In the face of your judge & jury
You nave the nerve to say not guilty

But can you sting me
Can you sting me
Right to my rotten bones

Well the bells ring out for the crimes of the century
By courtesy of your mother
The signs reads welcome to the valley of discovery
Look at what money can buy
Sons & daughters better open your eyes
Tell me what you're seeing
This submission is a tired tradition
It's everyone's sacrifice

Well believe you me
I've got nothing up my sleeve
Except a heart and a chip on my shoulder
Yes I'm young and don't like getting older

Yeah but can you sting me
Can you sting me
Right to my rotten bones

Come on my sweet little thing
What new things can you show me today
I got one question
I believe it's subjective
What is a wasp without her sting?

I don't want to sound bitter
Yeah you touch me just like murder
Living ain't so easy
When all I want from you is to sting me

Can you sting me

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The Black Crowes

The Black Crowes are an American rock band formed in 1989. Their discography includes nine studio albums, four live albums and several charting singles. The band was signed to Def American Recordings in 1989 by producer George Drakoulias and released their debut album, Shake Your Money Maker, the following year. The follow-up, The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion, reached the top of the Billboard 200 in 1992. more »

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Written by: CHRIS ROBINSON, CHRISTOPHER MARK ROBINSON, RICH ROBINSON, RICH S. ROBINSON

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Classification
"Sting Me" is a rock song by the American, Southern rock band, The Black Crowes.
Album Release
The song features on the band's second studio album "The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion," released on May 12, 1992.
Chart Performance
"Sting Me" reached #1 on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart, a category now known as the Rock Airplay chart.
Song Composition
The song, like all others on the album, was composed by the band's members - Chris and Rich Robinson.
Multiple Versions
The song comes in two distinct versions - the usual album version and a slower tempo version known as "Sting Me (Slow)".
Band Lineup
The lineup during this song include - Chris Robinson (vocals), Rich Robinson (guitar), Marc Ford (guitar), Johnny Colt (bass), and Steve Gorman (drums).
Live Performance
"Sting Me" became a staple of the band's live performances. It was typically performed as an encore and in some cases, as the opening song.
Song Theme
With a mix of Kristen's bluesy screaming, Rich Robinson's slide playing, and Steve Gorman's straight forward drum beat, the song represents the band's classic Southern Rock style.
Influence
The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion album and "Sting Me," its opening track, were strongly influenced by gospel music, Delta blues and the Faces, a rock band that was big in the 1970s.
Album Success
The album 'The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion' debuted at number 1 on the Billboard 200, selling nearly 179,000 copies in its first week of release.

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