“Sweet Child O’ Mine” is a song by the American rock band Guns N’ Roses. It was released in 1987 as the third single from their debut studio album, “Appetite for Destruction.” The song was written by the band members, including Axl Rose (vocals), Slash (lead guitar), Izzy Stradlin (rhythm guitar), Duff McKagan (bass), and Steven Adler (drums).
About This Song
“Sweet Child O’ Mine” is one of Guns N’ Roses’ most famous and beloved songs, and it is often considered one of the greatest rock songs of all time. The song’s memorable guitar riff, composed by Slash, is instantly recognizable and has become iconic in the world of rock music.
The lyrics of “Sweet Child O’ Mine” are a heartfelt expression of love and devotion. Axl Rose wrote the song about his then-girlfriend, Erin Everly (daughter of Don Everly from The Everly Brothers). The lyrics reflect the emotional journey of a relationship and the desire to maintain the bond despite the challenges.
Upon its release, “Sweet Child O’ Mine” achieved widespread commercial success, reaching the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. Its popularity helped propel Guns N’ Roses to international stardom and cemented their place as one of the most significant rock bands of the late 1980s and early 1990s.
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She’s got a smile that it seems to meReminds me of childhood memoriesWhere everything was as fresh as the bright blue skyNow and then when I see her faceShe takes me away to that special placeAnd if I stare too long, I’d probably break down and cry
Whoa, oh, ohSweet child o’ mineWhoa, oh, oh, ohSweet love of mine
She’s got eyes of the bluest skiesAs if they thought of rainI’d hate to look into those eyes and see an ounce of painHer hair reminds me of a warm safe placeWhere as a child I’d hideAnd pray for the thunder and the rain to quietly pass me by
Whoa, oh, ohSweet child o’ mineWhoa whoa, oh, oh, ohSweet love of mine
Whoa, yeahWhoa, oh, oh, ohSweet child o’ mineWhoa, oh, whoa, ohSweet love of mineWhoa, oh, oh, ohSweet child o’ mineOoh, yeahOoh, sweet love of mine
Where do we go?Where do we go now?Where do we go?Ooh, oh, where do we go?Where do we go now?Oh, where do we go now?Where do we go? (Sweet child)Where do we go now?Ay, ay, ay, ay, ay, ay, ay, ayWhere do we go now?Ah, ah
Where do we go?Oh, where do we go now?Oh, where do we go?Oh, where do we go now?Where do we go?Oh, where do we go now?Now, now, now, now, now, now, nowSweet childSweet child of mine