Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats - S.O.B.
Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats' song "S.O.B." is a catchy, energetic track with a blend of soulful rock and blues. Released in 2015 as part of their self-titled debut album, it gained widespread attention for its upbeat rhythm, catchy chorus, and raw, emotional delivery. The song deals with feelings of frustration, self-reflection, and the desire for release, with the chorus ("Son of a b****, give me a drink") expressing the narrator's urge to escape from their troubles.
The song features strong horn sections and Rateliff's powerful vocals, which have become a hallmark of the band's sound. It's got a retro vibe but still feels fresh and modern, making it a standout hit for the group.
Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats - S.O.B. Lyrics
I'm gonna need someone to help me
I'm gonna need somebody's hand
I'm gonna need someone to hold me down
I'm gonna need someone to care
I'm gonna writhe and shake my body
I'll start pulling out my hair
I'm gonna cover myself with the ashes of you
And nobody's gonna give a damn
Son of a bitch, give me a drink
One more night, this can't be me
Son of a bitch, if I can't get clean
I'm gonna drink my life away
Now for 17 years I've been throwing them back
17 more will bury me
Can somebody please just tie me down?
Or somebody give me a goddamn drink
Son of a bitch, give me a drink
One more night, this can't be me
Son of a bitch, if I can't get clean
I'm gonna drink my life away
Hey, yeah
My heart was breaking, hands are shaking
Bugs are crawling all over me
My heart was breaking, hands are shaking
Bugs are crawling all over me
My heart was breaking, hands are shaking
Bugs are crawling all over me
My heart was aching, hands are shaking
Bugs are crawling all over me
Son of a bitch, give me a drink
One more night, this can't be me
Son of a bitch, if I can't get clean
I'm gonna drink my life away
Son of a bitch, give me a drink
Son of a bitch, this can't be me
Son of a bitch, if I can't get clean
I'm gonna drink my life away
Yeah, ah