Cigarettes and Chocolate Milk
Rufus Wainwright
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Cigarettes and chocolate milk These are just a couple of my cravings Everything it seems I like's a little bit stronger A little bit thicker, a little bit harmful for me If I should buy jellybeans Have to eat them all in just one sitting Everything it seems I like's a little bit sweeter A little bit fatter, a little bit harmful for me And then there's those other things Which for several reasons we won't mention Everything about 'em is a little bit stranger, a little bit harder A little bit deadly It isn't very smart Tends to make one part So brokenhearted Sitting here remembering me Always been a shoe made for the city Go ahead accuse me of just singing about places With scrappy boys faces have general run of the town Playing with prodigal sons Takes a lot of sentimental Valiums Can't expect the world to be your Raggedy Andy While running on empty you little old doll with a frown You got to keep in the game Retaining mystique while facing forward I suggest a reading of a lesson in tightropes Or surfing your high hopes or adios Kansas It isn't very smart Tends to make one part So brokenhearted Still there's not a show on my back Holes or a friendly intervention I'm just a little bit heiress, a little bit Irish A little bit Tower of Pisa Whenever I see ya So please be kind, if I'm a mess Cigarettes and chocolate milk Cigarettes and chocolate milk
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Written by: Rufus Wainwright
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"Cigarettes and Chocolate Milk" is a song written and performed by Canadian-American singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright. It is also the last and first track on his second studio album "Poses" released in 2001.
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Lyrical MeaningThe song encapsulates Rufus Wainwright's struggle with addiction, mentioning his cravings in the title "cigarettes and chocolate milk" as metaphors for harder substances.
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Critical ReceptionThe song is regarded as one of Wainwright's best tracks. It received acclaim from several music critics for its catchy melody and deeply personal lyrics.
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Chart PerformanceWhile the song didn't make it to any charts in the United States, it received considerable airplay on radio stations and became a favourite among Wainwright's fans.
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Live PerformancesRufus often performs "Cigarettes and Chocolate Milk" during his live shows, and it is regarded as one of his signature songs.
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InspirationThe song was written during a period in Wainwright's life when he was battling addiction, which adds a dark undertone to the seemingly lighthearted melody of the song.
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Song StyleLike much of Rufus Wainright's music, "Cigarettes and Chocolate Milk" is a blend of folk, pop, and opera influences, showcasing his unique songwriting style.
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Accompanying Music VideoThe music video for the song, directed by Giles Dunning, features Wainwright at the piano in various locations, including a bustling city and a peaceful countryside.
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Acoustic VersionAn acoustic version of "Cigarettes and Chocolate Milk" was released on the Starbucks sampler "Sweetheart: Love Songs."
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Cover VersionsAlthough "Cigarettes and Chocolate Milk" is quite unique to Wainwright's style, several artists have covered it in the years since its release, showcasing the song's universal appeal.
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