Sweet Lovin' Baby
Laura Nyro · Original Album Classics [2011]
To the man
Don't belong without him
When I sleep without him
Loneliness
Loneliness
My dreams with God
Softly waiting
I belong to the man
Sweet lovin' baby
Oh sweet lovin' baby
I want you
I could almost die
He says
There's gold in you darling
Drew gold
When I woke her
She's an ole clain smoker
Grace
And the Preacher
Blown fleets of sweet eyed dreams
Tonight
Loneliness
Loneliness
Natural windmill
Wheel weave and bless
My bed
My bed
My man
That's lovin baby
Oh sweet lovin baby
Where is the night luster?
Past my trials
Sparkling in flight
In your arms
For all my life
About Sweet Lovin' Baby
Laura Nyro's "Sweet Lovin' Baby" stands as a quintessential example of her 1960s garage rock and soulful pop sensibilities, characterized by its driving rhythm and emotive vocal delivery. Recorded during her prolific early career, the track exemplifies the raw energy and melodic sophistication that defined her work alongside contemporaries like The Mamas & the Papas. The song captures the essence of the era's youth culture, blending folk-rock authenticity with R&B influences to create a timeless recording. Nyro's ability to convey deep feeling through simple arrangements made her a significant figure in the transition from the folk revival to the psychedelic and soul movements of the mid-60s. This particular recording remains a staple of her discography, showcasing her unique voice and the enduring appeal of her songwriting.