Baby Snakes
Frank Zappa · Baby Snakes [1983]
Late at night is when they come out
Baby Snakes
Sure you know what I'm talkin' about
Pink 'n' wet
They make the best kinda pet
Baby
Baby
Snakes
Looked around
An' there's a couple right near me
Baby Snakes
Maybe I think they can probably hear me
Pink 'n' wet
I'll take all I can get
Baby
Baby
Sna-a-a-a-a-a-a-a-a-a-kes, Yeah
They live in a ho-ho-hole
(Tiny hole)
That is usually empty
(usually empty, tiny too)
They live by a code
(Dit dit dit dit)
That is usually SMPTE
Which stands for
Society of Motion Picture & Television Engineers
Maybe I think
That is what keeps them in sync
They're wet 'n' they're pink
I think I'll give 'em a, give 'em a,
Give 'em a drink
Baby Sna-a-a-a-a-akesss
Baby Snakes
Frank Zappa's 'Baby Snakes' stands as a quintessential example of his late-career work, blending psychedelic rock with sharp social commentary. Recorded in 1983, the track exemplifies Zappa's signature style, characterized by complex time signatures, improvisational guitar solos, and a satirical edge that critiques consumer culture and media manipulation. The song features his distinctive vocal delivery, often delivered with a weary yet biting tone, while the instrumentation showcases the band's technical prowess and eclectic sound. As part of his extensive discography, 'Baby Snakes' remains a defining piece of the New Wave of American Heavy Metal era, reflecting Zappa's enduring commitment to intellectual depth and musical innovation. It captures the essence of his final years, where he continued to challenge listeners with provocative themes and uncompromising artistic vision.