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Gimme Dat Ding

The Sweet · 1970

32 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · glam rock · bubblegum music

A playful blend of catchy melodies and exuberant arrangements that defines the bubblegum pop sound of the early '70s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful sing-alongs with friends
  • short bursts of energetic fun
  • catchy melodies for lighthearted moments
  • for upbeat gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking deep emotional complexity
  • prefer lengthy immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in December 1970, 'Gimme Dat Ding' is The Sweet's first full-length album, following their earlier success with singles like 'Ballroom Blitz'. At this point, they were transitioning from a support act to a leading band in the glam rock scene, establishing their distinct identity with an upbeat and accessible sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Slade· T. Rex· David Bowie

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Lollipop Man 2:46
  • 2 Time 2:37
  • 3 All You'll Ever Get From Me 2:40
  • 4 The Juicer 3:11
  • 5 Get On The Line 2:50
  • 6 Mr McGallagher 2:46
  • 7 Gimme Dat Ding 2:02
  • 8 Yakety Yak 2:30
  • 9 The People That You Wanna Phone Ya 2:24
  • 10 My Baby Loves Lovin' 3:02
  • 11 Busy Line 2:38
  • 12 Sunny Honey Girl 3:07

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