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About Santeria
"Santeria" is a song by American ska punk band Sublime from their third self-titled album. The song was released as a single on January 7, 1997. Although the song was released after the death of lead singer Bradley Nowell, "Santeria" along with "What I Got" are often considered the band's signature songs.
- Year:
- 1996
- 3:03
- 12,242Views
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I don't practice Santeria, I ain't got no crystal ballI had a million dollars but I'd, I'd spend it allIf I could find that Heina and that Sancho that she's foundI'd pop a cap in Sancho and I'd slap her downAll I really want to knowI already knowAll I really want to sayI can't defineIt's love that I needMy soul will have to wait 'til I get back and findHeina of my ownDaddy's gonna love one and allI feel the break, feel the break, feel the break and I got to live it out, oh yeahWell I swear that I, I really want to know,I really, what I really want to stay, I cant defineThat love make it go, my soul will have toWhat I really want to say, ah babyWhat I really want to say, is I've got mineAnd I'll make it, yes I'm going upTell Sanchito that if he knows what is good for himHe best go run and hideDaddy's got a new .45And I won't think twice to stick that barrel straight down Sancho's throatBelieve me when I say that I got somethin' for his punk assWhat I really want know, ah babyWhat I really want to say is there's just one way backAnd I'll make it, yeah, my soul will have to wait
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Sublime
Sublime was an American ska punk band from Long Beach, California, formed in 1986. The band's line-up, unchanged until their breakup, consisted of Bradley Nowell (vocals and guitar), Eric Wilson (bass guitar) and Bud Gaugh (drums and percussion). Michael 'Miguel' Happoldt also contributed on a few Sublime songs, such as "New Thrash". Lou Dog, Nowell's dalmatian, was the mascot of the band. Nowell died of a heroin overdose in 1996 and Sublime immediately split up. more »
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Written by: Bradley James Nowell, Eric John Wilson, Floyd I Iv Gaugh
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Album Identification"Santeria" is a track from Sublime's third self-titled album, "Sublime." |
Pantheon of HitsDespite not being released as a single, "Santeria" is one of Sublime's most famous songs and continues to receive consistent radio play. |
TriviaThe title of the song is a reference to the Afro-Cuban religion Santería, but the song does not actually relate to the religion's themes or practices. |
Unique Genre BlendSimilar to other Sublime songs, "Santeria" is known for its fusion of multiple musical genres, including ska, reggae, punk, and rock. |
Posthumous ReleaseThe song, along with the entire "Sublime" album, was released posthumously after the death of lead singer Bradley Nowell in 1996. |
Prominent LyricsThe song's lyrics tell a story of jealousy and revenge, with the narrator threatening violence against a man who has stolen his girlfriend. |
Music VideoOddly enough, the music video features a dachshund named Lou Dog, the pet of lead singer Bradley Nowell, rather than featuring any of the band members themselves. |
Duelling Guitar SoloThe song is famous for its duelling guitar and bass solo, showing the diverse musical skills of the band members. |
Cover VersionsSanteria has been covered multiple times by various artists, showing its influence and popularity. |
Temporal InfluenceDespite being over 20 years old, "Santeria" continues to resonate with audiences today. In 2018, it was given an update when rapper Lil' Wayne performed a version of the song on The Tonight Show backed by house band The Roots. |
Unusual OutroThe song's outro consists of the line, "I won't think twice to stick that barrel straight down Sancho's throat / Believe me when I say that I've got something for his punk ass." The name "Sancho" is a reference to the character in Spanish literature who is often considered a fool or subordinate. |
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