Little Babies
Sleater-Kinney · Dig Me Out [1997]
I'm the water i'm the dishes i'm the soap
I will comfort make you clean help you cope
when you're tired feeling helpless
come inside I am the shelter
and then when you're feeling better i'll
watch you go
dum dum dee dee dum dum dee dum do
all the little babies go oh oh I want to
dum dum dee dee dum dum dee dum yeah
rock the little babies with one two three four
Are you hungry did you eat before the show
I peeled potatoes set the table washed the floor
I know the others treat you rough
and when you know you've had enough
you'll come and see me cos you know
I'm always here
momma's little helper
Little Babies - Sleater-Kinney
Released on the 1997 album Dig Me Out, "Little Babies" stands as a defining track in the career of Sleater-Kinney, capturing the raw energy and feminist urgency characteristic of their early work. The song exemplifies the band's signature blend of punk aggression and melodic sophistication, featuring the interplay between Corinne Bailey and Corinne Bailey's distinct vocal styles that became a hallmark of their sound. As a centerpiece of their second album, the recording reflects the group's evolution from their debut era, showcasing a more polished yet equally fierce approach to songwriting. The track remains a staple of their discography, illustrating how the band navigated the transition from the mid-90s indie scene to a broader musical landscape while maintaining their core identity as one of the most influential acts in the alternative rock genre.