Dolls

Primal Scream

About Dolls

"Dolls (Sweet Rock and Roll)" (sometimes referred to as "Dolls" or "Dolls (Sweet Rock n Roll)") is a song by Scottish band Primal Scream. It was released as the second single from the band's eighth album, Riot City Blues, on 7 August 2006, and reached number forty on the UK Singles Chart. It also features the vocals of Alison Mosshart (VV) from the British/American rock band, The Kills.


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2006
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Lalalalalala

Saw you walking down the street
Holding hands with some other guy
Wearing a sharkskin suit, black patent leather boots
& big brown flying saucer eyes
I didn't talk to you then
You were kissing your friend
Besides it was the wrong time & place
I went home & took a shower
Read"Our Lady Of The Flowers" by Jane Genet
I knew we'd meet again
Don't want your diamonds
Don't want your gold
I want your love
I want your soul
Come on baby, let's have a good time

Lalalalalalalala
Sweet Rock'n'Roll

I searched all over town
Quizzed the dudes hanging around,
No one had ever seen a chick like you before
I hit strip joints & museums
Bars and Clubs & Jesus
I even prayed in a cathedral for your soul
Then one rainy winter Tuesday
I saw you on the subway
You were headed for the tunnel
Me the door
I pressed my face against the glass
You sped by me in a flash
Like a motorcycle crash
You smoked my skull

Don't want your diamonds
Don't want your gold
I want your love
I want your soul
Come on baby, let's have a good time

Lalalalalalalala
Sweet Rock'n'Roll

Here she comes now

So there I was walking in the pouring rain
Wonderin' who & why & where & what you were
I had hallucinatory dreams
Shivers sweats & screams
Like an opiate withdrawal only worse
Then one long hot summer night
I took a motorcycle ride
Saw you looking mean & evil
Voodoo rockabilly queen
'bout to kickstart your machine
Like a fighter pilot flying off to war
You had a tight black leather jacket
Skull & crossbones on the back
God bless your soul of sweet Gene Vincent
There you were

Don't want your diamonds
Don't want your gold
I want your love
I want your soul
Come on baby, let's have a good time

Lalalalalalalala
Sweet Rock'n'Roll

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Primal Scream

Primal Scream are a Scottish alternative rock band originally formed in 1982 in Glasgow by Bobby Gillespie (vocals) and Jim Beattie. The current lineup consists of Gillespie, Andrew Innes (guitar), Martin Duffy (keyboards), and Darrin Mooney (drums). Barrie Cadogan has toured and recorded with the band since 2006 as a replacement after the departure of guitarist Robert "Throb" Young. more »

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Written by: GAVIN FRIDAY, MORRIS ROYCROFT

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12 facts about this song

Album Classification
"Dolls" is a track from Primal Scream's ninth studio album, "Riot City Blues," which was released in 2006.
Genre
The sound of "Dolls" falls under the genres of alternative rock and indie rock, with a hint of southern rock and blues influence indicative of the band's broad range of sound experiments.
Chart Success Classification
Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, "Dolls" reached number 40 on the UK Singles Chart, making it moderately successful.
Musical Influence
"Dolls" showcases the band's fascination with classic rock ’n’ roll, glam rock, garage rock, and even country music.
Revolving Line-up
At the time of the "Dolls" release, Primal Scream comprised Bobby Gillespie, Andrew Innes, Gary 'Mani' Mounfield, Martin Duffy, and Darrin Mooney. The band is known for its revolving lineup.
Music Video
The music video for "Dolls” includes band footage inter-cut with visual effects and animation, bringing a psychedelic edge to the track.
Songwriting Credits
The song was written by two band members, Bobby Gillespie (singer) and Andrew Innes (guitarist).
Live Performances
"Dolls" has been a stable part of Primal Scream's setlist during live performances, especially in their 2006 tour.
Collaboration
The album "Riot City Blues," including "Dolls," was produced by Youth, renowned for his work with numerous successful artists and bands including The Verve and Paul McCartney.
Record Label
"Dolls" was released under the label Columbia Records, a prestigious and well-established record company in the music industry.
Reception
Although the album and track "Dolls" received mixed reviews from music critics, they were generally appreciated by the fanbase for bringing back the rock 'n' roll vibe that was prevalent in earlier Primal Scream music.
Working Method
"Riot City Blues" and the track "Dolls" was a departure from the band's previous method of working in the studio, focusing more on live performance, capturing their raw energy.

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