The Dandy Warhols is an American alternative rock band formed in Portland, … Read Full Bio ↴The Dandy Warhols is an American alternative rock band formed in Portland, Oregon in 1993. The band was founded by lead singer Courtney Taylor-Taylor, keyboardist Zia McCabe, guitarist Peter Holmström, and drummer Eric Hedford. Hedford left in 1998 to be replaced by Taylor-Taylor's cousin Brent DeBoer. The band's name is a play on the name of American pop artist Andy Warhol.

The Dandy Warhols are strongly influenced by The Brian Jonestown Massacre, The Velvet Underground, The Beach Boys, Simon and Garfunkel, The Beatles, The Shadows and The Rolling Stones. They also include implicit musical references to My Bloody Valentine in some songs. Frontman Courtney Taylor-Taylor describes the band's beginning as a group of friends who "needed music to drink to".

Sister Golden Hair
The Dandy Warhols Lyrics

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Well I tried to make it Sunday, but I got so damn depressed
That I set my sights on Monday and I got myself undressed
I ain't ready for the altar but I do agree there's times
When a woman sure can be a friend of mine

Well, I keep on thinkin' 'bout you, Sister Golden Hair surprise
And I just can't live without you; can't you see it in my eyes?
I been one poor correspondent, and I been too, too hard to find

But it doesn't mean you ain't been on my mind

Will you meet me in the middle, will you meet me in the air?
Will you love me just a little, just enough to show you care?
Well I tried to fake it, I don't mind sayin', I just can't make it

Well, I keep on thinkin' 'bout you, Sister Golden Hair surprise
And I just can't live without you; can't you see it in my eyes?
Now I been one poor correspondent, and I been too, too hard to find
But it doesn't mean you ain't been on my mind

Will you meet me in the middle, will you meet me in the air?
Will you love me just a little, just enough to show you care?
Well I tried to fake it, I don't mind sayin', I just can't make

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Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Dandy Warhols' "Sister Golden Hair" reflect a man's struggle with depression and a longing for a particular woman whom he has been unable to connect with. In the opening lines of the song, it is clear that the man is feeling down and barely able to get himself dressed, let alone attend a Sunday gathering. However, despite his depression, he still desires companionship and acknowledges the value of female friendship at times.

The main focus of the song is the titular Sister Golden Hair, whom he keeps thinking about and clearly has strong feelings for. He laments his poor communication with her and being unable to be there for her, but it is evident that she is always on his mind. The man longs for her affection, hoping that they can meet halfway and demonstrates that he is willing to offer love just enough to show that he cares. Ultimately, he confesses that he has tried to force himself to be someone he's not, but he cannot continue with the façade.

Overall, "Sister Golden Hair" is a song about the complexity of romantic relationships, the importance of human connection, and the struggle with mental health issues.

Line by Line Meaning

Well I tried to make it Sunday, but I got so damn depressed
I attempted to have a good day, but my mental state hindered my success.

That I set my sights on Monday and I got myself undressed
As Sunday failed me, I looked towards Monday and felt a sense of relaxation and comfort.

I ain't ready for the altar but I do agree there's times When a woman sure can be a friend of mine
While I am not necessarily ready for marriage, I recognize that women can still provide valuable friendship.

Well, I keep on thinkin' 'bout you, Sister Golden Hair surprise And I just can't live without you; can't you see it in my eyes?
My thoughts constantly gravitate towards you, Sister Golden Hair, and my love for you is so strong that it's obvious in my eyes.

I been one poor correspondent, and I been too, too hard to find But it doesn't mean you ain't been on my mind
I apologize for not being a good communicator and perhaps being difficult to locate, but it doesn't mean you haven't been on my mind frequently.

Will you meet me in the middle, will you meet me in the air? Will you love me just a little, just enough to show you care?
Can we compromise and meet each other halfway in our love? Can you show me a small amount of affection just to demonstrate your care for me?

Well I tried to fake it, I don't mind sayin', I just can't make it
I attempted to pretend everything was fine, but in reality, I can't handle the situation or my emotions.

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A refrain consisting of meaningless syllables.

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