Sweet Black Angel
The Rolling Stones
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Got a sweet black angel Got a pin up girl Got a sweet black angel Up upon my wall Well, she ain't no singer And she ain't no star But she sure talk good And she move so fast But the gal in danger Yeah, de gal in chains But she keep on pushin' Would ya take her place? She countin' up de minutes She countin' up de days She's a sweet black angel, whoa Not a sweet black slave Ten little niggers Sittin' on de wall Her brothers been a fallin' Fallin' one by one For a judge they murdered And a judge they stole Now de judge he gonna judge her For all dat he's a worth Well de gal in danger De gal in chains But she keep on pushin' Would you do the same? She countin' up de minutes She countin' up de days She's a sweet black angel Not a gun toting teacher Not a Red lovin' school mom Ain't someone gonna free her Free de sweet black slave Free de sweet black slave Free de sweet black slave Free de sweet black slave
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Written by: Keith Richards, Mick Jagger
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14 facts about this song
Band and Genre"Sweet Black Angel" is a song by the British rock band "The Rolling Stones".
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Album InclusionThe song is included in their epic 1972 double album, "Exile on Main St."
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Song OriginThe song is one of the few political songs the Rolling Stones ever recorded, expressing the band's acknowledgement of the political and social climates at the time.
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Inspiration"Sweet Black Angel" was written as a tribute to Angela Davis, a radical African-American educator, and activist who was jailed in 1970.
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Trial ReferenceThe lyrics reference Davis being accused of murder, kidnapping, and conspiracy, charges for which she was later acquitted.
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Song Composition"Sweet Black Angel" is an acoustic tune underpinned by Charlie Watts' African drum vibe, which added a different texture to the song.
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Unique FeatureIt is the only fully-acoustic song on "Exile on Main St."
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First PerformanceDespite being released in 1972, the song was not performed live until their 1997 tour.
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Musical StyleThe song has a gospel-like style, including backing vocals that wre meant to sound like angels.
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Rarity"Sweet Black Angel" is one of the Rolling Stones' lesser-known songs, which makes it a gem to discover for Stones fans.
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Cultural SignificanceIts significance lies in its tribute to Angela Davis, making it a standout song as it catches the Rolling Stones in a rare politically-conscious state.
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ReceptionWhile it has been overshadowed by their more popular hits, "Sweet Black Angel" has been praised for its tight, focused sound and thoughtful lyrics.
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InstrumentationThe song features unusual percussion, with Mick Jagger allegedly playing the maracas for the recording.
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Cover Versions"Sweet Black Angel" has been covered by various artists, including The Black Crowes, showing its lasting influence.
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