Savory
Jawbox
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Hey angel, consider your position Afraid to be consumed Savory Savory, your sympathy Hey angel, fly over and bless me See you feign surprise And I'm all eyes And you're all you need to be Hey angel, whatever position We consider fit to put you in Your protest, your complicity Easy now One hand will wash the other One hand will wash the other Hey angel, fly over and bless me See you feign surprise And I'm all eyes And we're all we need to be, need to be Easy now One hand will wash the other One hand will wash the other
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Written by: James Robbins, Kim Coletta, William Barbot, Zachary Barocas
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Release Info"Savory" is a song by American alternative rock band Jawbox. The song was released in 1994 as part of their album, "For Your Own Special Sweetheart".
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Musical GenreClassified in the genres of Post-Hardcore and Alternative Rock, "Savory" is considered a definitive track of these styles in the early '90s.
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PopularityDespite not charting due to the underground status of Jawbox, "Savory" became one of the band's most iconic songs and has been featured in various "best of" lists of the decade.
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Cover VersionsThe song's distinctive riff and memorable lyricism resulted in notable cover versions. Bands like Far and Deftones have performed collaborative covers of "Savory", a fact which reflects the song's impact on other alternative rock acts.
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Live Performances"Savory" frequently serves as a high point in Jawbox’s live shows, often being chosen as the final encore and meeting with enthusiastic crowd responses.
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Record LabelThe album "For Your Own Special Sweetheart", which features the song "Savory", was the first record of the band released through a major label, Atlantic Records.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Savory" was directed by Scott McCloud. The gritty, grainy film-style video achieved some rotation on MTV, which was unusual for independent punk bands at the time.
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LegacyEven after the dissolution of Jawbox in 1997, "Savory" continues to be a beloved song amongst fans, and a key track reflecting the band’s unique fusion of punk rock energy and melodic accessibility.
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ReissuesThe album "For Your Own Special Sweetheart" was reissued in 2009 and the band played some reunion concerts at the time. "Savory" was of course part of the setlist, leading to a new wave of appreciation for the song.
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Lyrical InterpretationThe lyrics of "Savory" remain ambiguous, with many fans interpreting them in a multitude of ways. The song is often seen as a complex exploration of personal relationships.
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