Sweet Home Alabama
Ashley Ray, Lynyrd Skynyrd
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Big wheels keep on turning Carry me home to see my kin Singing songs about the south-land I miss 'ole' 'bamy once again And I think it's a sin Well I heard Mister Young sing about her Well I heard ole Neil put her down Well, I hope Neil Young will remember A southern man don't need him around any how Sweet home Alabama Where the skies are so blue Sweet home Alabama Lord, I'm coming home to you In Birmingham they love the Gov'nor Now we all did what we could do Now Watergate does not bother me Does your conscience bother you? Tell the truth Sweet home Alabama Where the skies are so blue Sweet home Alabama Lord, I'm coming home to you Now Muscle Shoals has got the Swampers And they've been known to pick a song or two Lord they get me off so much They pick me up when I'm feeling blue Now how bout you? Sweet home Alabama Where the skies are so blue Sweet home Alabama Lord, I'm coming home to you
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Written by: Ronnie Van Zant, Gary Robert Rossington, Edward C. King
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Song Release"Sweet Home Alabama" was released by Lynyrd Skynyrd in 1974 as part of their second album, "Second Helping".
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Commercial SuccessThe song achieved great commercial success, reaching number 8 on the US charts in 1974.
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SongwritingThe song was written by band members Ed King, Gary Rossington, and Ronnie Van Zant. King was also the one who came up with the famous guitar riff.
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Response to Neil YoungThis hit is regarded as an answer to two songs by Neil Young, "Southern Man" and "Alabama", which dealt with themes of racism and slavery in the American South.
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First Verse MelodyThe melody of the first verse is identical to "Werewolves of London" by Warren Zevon, released in 1978.
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King's CountdownBefore the start of each chorus, guitarist Ed King's voice can be heard counting "1, 2, 3...". This wasn't originally planned to remain in the mix but was left in by accident and became an iconic part of the song.
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Studio Version's Closing RemarksIn the closing remarks of the studio version of the song, Van Zant can be heard saying "Montgomery got the answer", which is a reference to the city of Montgomery in Alabama.
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Tribute to AlabamaThe song pays tribute to the State of Alabama. Over the years this southern rock anthem has become an unofficial anthem for the state itself.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous bands and artists over the years, including Kid Rock who sampled the song in his 2008 hit "All Summer Long".
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Film and TV Appearances"Sweet Home Alabama" has frequently been used in various films and television shows, such as the 2002 romantic comedy with the same name, "Sweet Home Alabama".
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Political UsageDespite the band's objections, the song has often been used politically. It was played at the 1996 Republican National Convention with lead singer Johnny Van Zant's approval.
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Cultural ImpactThe song is considered a classic example of Southern rock and is renowned for its catchy guitar riff and singable chorus. It remains a staple on classic rock radio stations and at Lynyrd Skynyrd concerts to this day.
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