"Sugar, Sugar" by The Archies - Karaoke song online
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D G
Riff that goes along with the song:
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[Chorus]
D G
Sugar
D G
Ah, honey honey
D G A
You are my candy, girl
D G A
And you got me wanting you
D G
Honey
D G
Ah, sugar sugar
D G A
You are my candy, girl
D
And you got me wanting you
[Verse]
D C D
I just can't believe the loveliness of loving you
D G D
(I just can't believe it's true)
D C D
I just can't believe the wonder of this feeling too
D G A
(I just can't believe it's true)
[Chorus]
D G
Ah Sugar
D G
Ah, honey honey
D G A
You are my candy, girl
D G A
And you got me wanting you
D G
Honey
D G
Ah, sugar sugar
D G A
You are my candy, girl
D
And you got me wanting you
[Verse]
D C D
When I kissed you girl I knew how sweet a kiss could be
D G D
(Knew how sweet a kiss could be)
D C D
Like the summer sunshine pour your sweetness over me
D G A
(Pour your sweetness over me)
[Bridge]
D G
Pour a little sugar on me honey
D G
Pour a little sugar on me baby
D G A
I'm gonna make your life so sweet, yeah yeah yeah
D G A
Pour a little sugar on me, oh yeah
D G
Pour a little sugar on me honey
D G
Pour a little sugar on me baby
D G A
I'm gonna make your life so sweet, yeah yeah yeah
D
Pour a little sugar on me honey
[Chorus]
D G
Ah Sugar
D G
Ah, honey honey
D G A
You are my candy, girl
D G A
And you got me wanting you
D G
Honey
D G
Ah, sugar sugar
D G A
You are my candy, girl
D
And you got me wanting you
(Fade Out)
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## How a Cartoon Band Song Conquered the World: The Phenomenon of "Sugar, Sugar" by The Archies
In 1969, the world was in turmoil. Revolutions were brewing, Led Zeppelin and The Beatles reigned on the music charts, and crowds were gathering at Woodstock. Yet, the song that was crowned **Billboard's Song of the Year** wasn't a rock epic or a protest anthem. It was **"Sugar, Sugar"**—a tune performed by a **fictional band from a cartoon!**
How did this carefree, simplistic melody sweep the charts on both sides of the Atlantic? Let's dive into the sweet phenomenon of **The Archies**.
### What is "Sugar, Sugar" All About?
On the surface, the song is about nothing profound. The lyrics are incredibly simple, built entirely around one metaphor: **love is sweet.**
> *Sugar, ah honey honey*
> *You are my candy girl*
> *And you got me wanting you*
This is the pure essence of **Bubblegum Pop**—a genre that emerged in the late 1960s. It was intentionally crafted for a young audience and was characterized by:
1. **Catchy, simple, and repetitive melodies (hooks).**
2. **Lighthearted lyrics about love and dating.**
3. **An overwhelmingly optimistic and sunny sound.**
What makes "Sugar, Sugar" so addictive is its irresistible melody. The straightforward bass line, the charming vocals, and that distinctive, looping chorus ensured the song instantly lodged itself in listeners' minds, becoming an unforgettable hit.
**What are your memories of "Sugar, Sugar"? Does this song still put you in a good mood? Let me know in the comments below!**
