Sugar and Spice
The Searchers
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Sugar and spice and all things nice Kisses sweeter than wine Sugar and spice and all things nice You know that little girl is mine Everybody stops and stares at my baby When she's walkin' down the street People passin' by just look at my baby Cause my baby looks so sweet You know she's Sugar and spice and all things nice Kisses sweeter than wine Sugar and spice and all things nice You know that little girl is mine Every time we kiss I get that feelin' Every time we simply meet When I see you smile I get that feelin' Cause my baby looks so sweet You know she's Sugar and spice and all things nice Kisses sweeter than wine Sugar and spice and all things nice You know that little girl is mine Never ever know a girl so lovely Sweet enough to want to eat Everybody's crazy 'bout my baby Cause my baby looks so sweet You know she's Sugar and spice and all things nice Kisses sweeter than wine Sugar and spice and all things nice You know that little girl is mine
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Written by: FRED NIGHTINGALE
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10 facts about this song
Song Identity"Sugar and Spice" is a popular song performed by British rock band, The Searchers.
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Production DetailsThe song was released in 1963 as a part of the band's debut album 'Meet The Searchers'.
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Songwriter IdentityWhile initially credited to 'Fred Nightingale', it was later revealed that the song was actually penned by the prolific songwriter and producer, Tony Hatch.
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Popularity"Sugar and Spice" became one of The Searchers' biggest hits, reaching number 2 on the UK Singles chart.
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Song StyleThe song is known for its upbeat, catchy melody, aligning with The Searchers’ signature Merseybeat style, characterized by raw, energetic sound coupled with harmonious vocals.
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Authorship IssuesIn a move to avoid paying composer royalties to Hatch, the song was originally credited to the pseudonym 'Fred Nightingale'. This caused a conflict that resulted in Tony Hatch not writing for The Searchers again.
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Musical InfluenceThe Searchers' recording of "Sugar and Spice" was notable for its jangly 12-string guitar sound which was later influential on the sound of many bands, particularly in the jangle pop genre.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous artists, including The Cryan' Shames, which achieved a top 50 hit in the U.S with it in 1966.
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LegacyMore than half a century after its release, "Sugar and Spice" remains a classic piece of the early UK rock 'n' roll canon, continuing to be played on oldies stations and elsewhere.
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Live PerformancesThe Searchers often included "Sugar and Spice" in their performances, demonstrating its enduring popularity within their repertoire.
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