The Witch

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About The Witch

"The Witch" is a song by the American garage rock band the Sonics, written by vocalist Gerry Roslie, and first released as the group's debut single in November 1964 (see 1964 in music). It also appears on the Sonics' debut album Here Are the Sonics!!!. Arguably among the most frantic and heaviest recordings of the era, "The Witch" is regarded as being a quintessential stepping stone in the development of punk rock despite the fact the tune never reached national success. Since the song's original release, "The Witch" has appeared on numerous compilation albums, most notably the 1998 reissue of Nuggets: Original Artyfacts from the First Psychedelic Era, 1965–1968.  


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1965
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Say there's a girl
Who's new in town
Well you better watch out now
Or she'll put you down
'Cause she's an evil chick
Say she's the witch

She got long black hair
And a big black car
I know what you're thinking
But you won't get far
She gonna make you itch
'Cause she's the witch

Well, she walks around late at night
Most other people sleeping tight
If you hear her knocking on your door
You better sneak away

Now you know the score
'Cause I set you straight
But you better be careful
Before it's too late
She gonna make you itch
'Cause she's the witch

She walks around late at night
Most other people sleeping tight
If you hear her knocking on your door
You better stay awake

Well you know you will
Say don't you know
And do you remember
That I told you so
Gonna do you in
'Cause she's the witch

Ah hoo
Ah hoo

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The Sonics

The Sonics are an American garage rock band from Tacoma, Washington, originating from the early and mid-1960s. Among The Sonics' contemporaries were The Kingsmen, The Wailers, The Dynamics, The Regents, and Paul Revere & the Raiders. This movement is credited with founding Seattle's music scene which survives to the present.[citation needed] more »

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Written by: IAN ASTBURY, BILLY DUFFY

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10 facts about this song

Historical Context
"The Witch" was a song by the American garage rock band, The Sonics, initially formed in 1960. The song was released during the mid-1960s, reflecting the era's culture and music trends.
Song Style
Often loud, raw, and energetic, "The Witch" is considered to embody the garage rock and protopunk music styles prevalent during that time.
Pioneering Contribution
The Sonics, with songs like "The Witch," are often credited as one of the pioneer bands that helped evolve the garage rock genre and gave rise to what would become punk rock.
Noteworthy Album
"The Witch" was one of the standout tracks from their debut studio album "Here Are The Sonics" which was released in 1965.
Lyrics and Theme
The song "The Witch" has horror-themed lyrics which were an unconventional choice for pop songs of its era. The lyrics tell a cautionary tale about a deceptive, devilish woman.
Reception and Influence
Although "The Witch" was not a mainstream success in terms of chart rankings, it gained local popularity in parts of America and has been cited as a significant influence by numerous rock musicians.
Cover Versions
The song has been widely covered by various bands such as The Fall, The Gories, and The Ventures, which further exemplifies its influence on the rock music genre.
Musical Characteristics
The song is widely noted for its hard-hitting and energetic sound, characterized by gritty guitars, wild sax solos, and screaming vocals.
Comeback Single
"The Witch" was re-recorded and re-released by The Sonics in the year 2015, fifty years after its original release.
Enigmatic Presence
Even after decades since its release, the song "The Witch" continues to inspire its listeners and musicians alike, maintaining an enigmatic presence in the globe's farthest areas, particularly within underground rock movement scenes.

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