Black Sheep

Gin Wigmore

About Black Sheep

"Black Sheep" is a song by Gin Wigmore from her album Gravel & Wine. It was released as a single on 26 September 2011.


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Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh

I got lots of jealous lovers that all wish they had me back
Got a pistol for a mouth, my own mama gave me that
Making my own road out of gravel and some wine
And if I have to fall then it won't be in your line

Everybody's doing it so why the hell should I
Everybody's doing it so why the hell should I

I'm a bad woman to keep
Make me mad, I'm not here to please
Paint me in a corner but my color comes back
Once you go black, you never go back
I'm a black sheep
I'm a black sheep

I wasn't born a beauty queen but I'm okay with that
Maybe radio won't mind if I sing a little flat
I wear my boots to bed, hang a cross up on the wall
To save me from a shallow break who wants to take us all

Everybody's doing it so why the hell should I
Everybody's doing it so why the hell should I

I'm a bad woman to keep
Make me mad, I'm not here to please
Paint me in a corner but my color comes back
Once you go black, you never go back
I'm a black sheep
I'm a black sheep
I'm a black sheep
I'm a black sheep

I got lots of jealous lovers that all wish they had me back
Got a pistol for a mouth, my own mama gave me that
Making my own road out of gravel and some wine
And if I have to fall then it won't be in your line

I'm a bad woman to keep
Make me mad, I'm not here to please
Paint me in a corner but my color comes back
Once you go black, you never go back

Once you go black, you never go back
Once you go black, you never go back
Once you go black, you never go back
Once you go black, you never go back

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Gin Wigmore

Virginia "Gin" Claire Wigmore (born 6 June 1986) is a New Zealand singer-songwriter. She released her first album, Holy Smoke, in 2009, and her second, Gravel and Wine, in 2011. In 2009, she featured on the single "Brother" by Smashproof, which reached #1 on the RIANZ singles charts for 11 weeks. more »

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Written by: Butch Walker, Gin Wigmore

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Release Details
"Black Sheep" is a song by New Zealand artist Gin Wigmore. It was released in 2011 as part of her second studio album, "Gravel & Wine".
Genre Category
The song fits into the genre of pop-rock, with influences of blues and soul, which Gin Wigmore is renowned for.
Chart Performance
"Black Sheep" peaked at number 13 in the New Zealand Singles Chart and also charted in Australia and Canada.
Popularity
The song is one of Wigmore's most popular tracks, having generated millions of listens on streaming platforms such as Spotify and YouTube.
Songwriting
"Black Sheep" was co-written by Wigmore herself, along with Charlie Andrew and Julian Hamilton.
Music Video
The song's unconventional music video involves Wigmore playing multiple characters, including a barmaid, a cowboy, a preacher, and a siren in a modern interpretation of a classic Western.
Advertising Feature
"Black Sheep" was featured in a Heineken Light beer commercial in the United States in 2012.
TV Series Feature
The song was also featured in several TV series such as 'Teen Wolf', 'The Fosters', and 'Pretty Little Liars'.
Inspirations
The lyrics of "Black Sheep" are inspired by Wigmore’s experience of growing up in a family where she felt like the odd one out or the 'black sheep', as the title suggests.
Live Performances
The song has proven to be a crowd favorite during her live performances due to its catchy chorus and relatable lyrics.
Award Nomination
Although the song itself didn't win any awards, the album "Gravel & Wine" which includes "Black Sheep" was nominated for Best Pop Album at the New Zealand Music Awards in 2012.
Song Meaning
The song discusses embracing individuality and not being afraid to stand out or break away from the norm, a message that resonates deeply with many of Gin Wigmore’s fans.

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