Summer Babe
Pavement
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Ice, baby I saw your girlfriend and she was Eating her fingers like they're just another meal But she waits there in the levee washes Mixin' cocktails with a plastic-tipped cigar My eyes stick to all the shiny robes She wear on the protein delta strip In an abandoned house, but I will wait there I'll be waitin' forever I'm waitin', waitin', waitin', waitin' Waitin', waitin', waitin', waitin', go Minerals, ice deposit daily Drop off the first shiny robe I've got a lot of things I want sell, but Not here, babe You took 'em all Every time I sit around, I find I'm shot Every time I sit around, I find I'm shot Every time I turn around, my friend Every time I sit around, my friend Every time, every time, every time, every time Every time, every time, every time You're my Summer babe Summer babe Summer babe Summer babe
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Written by: Scott Kannberg, Stephen Joseph Malkmus
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12 facts about this song
Song Creation"Summer Babe" is the first track on Pavement's debut album titled "Slanted and Enchanted," which was released in 1992. It was initially created as a demo in the late 1980s.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe lyrics of "Summer Babe" are abstract and cryptic, making it open to various interpretations. Fans and critics have interpreted the song as an ode to a summer crush or love interest.
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Song PopularityAlthough "Summer Babe" did not make it on top charts, it is one of the most beloved songs among Pavement's fan base and is considered one of the band's seminal works.
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GenreThe song, like most of the Pavement's music, is categorized as indie rock and lo-fi, a style that embraces raw, low-fidelity recording techniques often achieved at home.
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VersionThere are several versions of "Summer Babe," including a slower, more contemplative 'Winter Version,' which appeared on the band's first EP, "Slay Tracks (1933–1969)."
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Iconic IntroThe song begins with a memorably infectious bassline, one of the most recognizable in indie rock - it has been praised for setting an exciting tone for the entire album.
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Cultural ImpactThe song is seen as a defining track of the '90s indie rock scene. It inspired numerous artists and set the tone for Pavement's influential career.
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RecognitionIn 2010, Rolling Stone magazine ranked "Summer Babe" as 286 on its list of the '500 Greatest Songs of All Time.'
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SongwritingThe song was primarily written by lead vocalist Stephen Malkmus, known for his unique storytelling abilities and abstract lyricism.
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Location InfluenceThe song was recorded in Loudermilk, California. According to band members, the relaxed, carefree California vibe significantly inspired the feel of the song.
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Album ArtThe album art for "Slanted and Enchanted," featuring "Summer Babe," was designed by drummer and artist Gary Young. The quirky, DIY aesthetic of the artwork mirrors the band's music style.
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ReissueIn 2002, "Summer Babe" was reissued as part of the deluxe edition of "Slanted and Enchanted," featuring live versions and rare alternate takes.
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