Summer Babe (Winter Version)
Pavement · Quarantine the Past: The Best of Pavement [2010]
I saw your girlfriend and she was
Eating her fingers like they're just another meal
But she waits there
In the levee wash she's
Mixin' cocktails with a plastic-tipped cigar
My eyes stick to all the shiny robes
You wear on the protein delta strip
In abandoned house but I will wait there
I'll be waiting forever..
I'm waiting (waiting 8x)...(oh)
Minerals, ice deposit daily, drop off
The first shiny robe
I've got a lot of things I want to sell, but
Not here, babe-- you took them all
Every time I sit around I find I'm shot
Every time I sit around I find I'm shot
Every time I turn around I find
Every time I sit around I find
Every time (6x)..
You're my... summer babe
Summer babe
Summer Babe (Winter Version)
Pavement's 'Summer Babe (Winter Version)' stands as a defining track from their 2010 greatest hits collection, showcasing the band's signature blend of lo-fi aesthetics and introspective lyricism. Originally recorded during the mid-1990s, the song captures the band's transition from their earlier indie rock roots to a more textured, atmospheric sound. The track features the characteristic spoken-word delivery of vocalist Scott Kannberg, delivering a melancholic narrative that contrasts sharply with the upbeat, summer-themed title. This recording exemplifies the band's ability to create intimate, personal soundscapes that resonate with listeners seeking authenticity in their music. It remains a staple of Pavement's discography, reflecting their enduring influence on alternative and indie rock genres.