Santeria
Sublime
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I don't practice Santeria, I ain't got no crystal ball I had a million dollars but I'd, I'd spend it all If I could find that Heina and that Sancho that she's found I'd pop a cap in Sancho and I'd slap her down All I really want to know I already know All I really want to say I can't define It's love that I need My soul will have to wait 'til I get back and find Heina of my own Daddy's gonna love one and all I feel the break, feel the break, feel the break and I got to live it out, oh yeah Well I swear that I, I really want to know, I really, what I really want to stay, I cant define That love make it go, my soul will have to What I really want to say, ah baby What I really want to say, is I've got mine And I'll make it, yes I'm going up Tell Sanchito that if he knows what is good for him He best go run and hide Daddy's got a new .45 And I won't think twice to stick that barrel straight down Sancho's throat Believe me when I say that I got somethin' for his punk ass What I really want know, ah baby What I really want to say is there's just one way back And I'll make it, yeah, my soul will have to wait
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Written by: Bradley James Nowell, Eric John Wilson, Floyd I Iv Gaugh
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11 facts about this song
Album Identification"Santeria" is a track from Sublime's third self-titled album, "Sublime."
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Pantheon of HitsDespite not being released as a single, "Santeria" is one of Sublime's most famous songs and continues to receive consistent radio play.
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TriviaThe title of the song is a reference to the Afro-Cuban religion Santería, but the song does not actually relate to the religion's themes or practices.
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Unique Genre BlendSimilar to other Sublime songs, "Santeria" is known for its fusion of multiple musical genres, including ska, reggae, punk, and rock.
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Posthumous ReleaseThe song, along with the entire "Sublime" album, was released posthumously after the death of lead singer Bradley Nowell in 1996.
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Prominent LyricsThe song's lyrics tell a story of jealousy and revenge, with the narrator threatening violence against a man who has stolen his girlfriend.
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Music VideoOddly enough, the music video features a dachshund named Lou Dog, the pet of lead singer Bradley Nowell, rather than featuring any of the band members themselves.
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Duelling Guitar SoloThe song is famous for its duelling guitar and bass solo, showing the diverse musical skills of the band members.
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Cover VersionsSanteria has been covered multiple times by various artists, showing its influence and popularity.
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Temporal InfluenceDespite being over 20 years old, "Santeria" continues to resonate with audiences today. In 2018, it was given an update when rapper Lil' Wayne performed a version of the song on The Tonight Show backed by house band The Roots.
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Unusual OutroThe song's outro consists of the line, "I won't think twice to stick that barrel straight down Sancho's throat / Believe me when I say that I've got something for his punk ass." The name "Sancho" is a reference to the character in Spanish literature who is often considered a fool or subordinate.
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