Sweet '69

Babes in Toyland

About Sweet '69

"Sweet '69" is a song by Babes in Toyland, released in 1995. B-sides, "S. F. W." and "Swamp Pussy", are live recordings from the Danish Roskilde Festival in 1994 by Radiomafia. "Sweet '69" is the first single by Babes in Toyland to get a lot of radio airplay in the US, reaching #37 on the Billboard Modern Rock chart. The single also peaked at #173 on the UK's Official Singles Chart. The song is unique in its extensive use of melodic cowbells by drummer Lori Barbero. An accompanying video was also released.  


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I live it high cost of livin' tell me why give it all.
Inside you gotta head high one size fits all
Head ride, you decide

Sweet, sweet ride. Sweet sweet ride. 1969

I live it why ya gotta limit, crossed grin now I
gotta bare it. 
Head high 9 inside hell to ride you beside
Sweet, sweet ride. Sweet sweet ride. 1965

I live it, it's not a gimmick my side anti-red.
What I said in your head naked what you hide
Will the planes ever collide, we align, collide.
My sweet sign: 1969

I like it hot cold livin' 
Have you seen the inside of my ceiling's gotta big wild grin inside miles wide you belie
Sweet, sweet ride. Sweet sweet ride. 1965

I've had it now I've gotta give it all blind mice resign you gotta hoodshine analyze.
Seats alive vinyl thighs
Sweet ride. Sweet, sweet ride. 1969.

I live it what I take. 
Why I give it not away ?
Pen said why side when I'm dead I gotta live it
Speak free sexually 
Why, why

Sweet, sweet ride

I feel it sky's not a limit gotta nice flight suit and tie headlights on inside souled a price you can't buy.
Sweet sweet sixty sexy I idolize your
sixxy sexty oh my sixty sixxy nine.

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Babes in Toyland

Babes in Toyland was an American alternative rock band formed in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1987. The band was formed by Oregon native Kat Bjelland (lead vocals and guitar), with Lori Barbero (drums) and Michelle Leon (bass), who was later replaced by Maureen Herman in 1992. Courtney Love had a very brief stint in the band in 1987 as a bass player, before being kicked out and forming Hole in 1989. more »

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Written by: KAT BJELLAND, LORI ANNE BARBERO, MAUREEN HERMAN

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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11 facts about this song

Release Year
"Sweet '69" is a song released in 1995 by American punk rock band Babes in Toyland.
Album Appearance
The song is featured on the band's third studio album, "Nemesisters."
Music Video
An interesting fact about "Sweet '69" is that it has a music video directed by Peter Christopherson. Christopherson not only directed music videos but was also a musician, part of groups such as Coil and Throbbing Gristle.
Chart Performance
"Sweet '69" managed to make its way onto the charts. It peaked at number 37 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart in 1995.
Band Member Contribution
The song was penned by the band members - Kat Bjelland, Lori Barbero, and Maureen Herman.
Musical Style
"Sweet '69" represents the band's grunge and punk rock style, with biting guitar riffs, pounding drums, and powerful vocal performances.
Live Performances
Babes in Toyland often included "Sweet ’69" in their concert setlists, and it became part of their well-known live performances.
Critical Reception
The song has received positive reviews from critics, with many praising its raw energy and anthem-like quality.
Genre Influence
Like much of Babes in Toyland's discography, "Sweet '69" is considered influential in the riot grrrl movement, a significant genre in the 1990s that combined feminist consciousness and punk style.
Cover Versions
Several bands and artists have covered "Sweet '69" over the years, showcasing the song's ongoing relevance and influence in punk rock music.
Enduring Popularity
Despite being over two decades old, "Sweet '69" still enjoys popularity among fans of the band and the punk rock genre, serving as a testament to the endurance of Babes in Toyland's music.

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