"Sally Cinnamon" is a song by the English rock band the Stone Roses, released in 1987 as their second single, before bassist Mani joined the band. The 7" version made its first album appearance in 1995, and the 12" version in 2002.

The single entered the UK Indie Chart in June 1987, spending thirty-nine weeks in the chart in total, peaking at number three.Lazell, Barry (1997) Indie Hits 1980-1989, Cherry Red Books, When re-released in 1989, it entered the UK Singles Chart, where it spent seven weeks, peaking at number 46.

When the single was re-released in 1989 by FM Revolver boss Paul Birch, the band objected to a promotional video made without their involvement, with Ian Brown calling it "insulting". On 30 January 1990, while travelling to Rockfield Studios in Wales, the band visited FM Revolver's Wolverhampton headquarters and threw paint over Birch, the offices, and several cars, as well as causing further damage to the property. John Squire later stated that the stunt had been his idea. After leaving Wolverhampton, the band continued to Rockfield Studios, where they recorded "Something's Burning", later released as the B-side to their next single, "One Love". The following day, members of the band were arrested and later appeared at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court charged with criminal damage estimated at £10,000.

Lyrics The lyrics tell a story of unreciprocated love, initially framed as a tribute to Sally Cinnamon before the final verses reveal that Sally herself is in love with another woman.

Track listing All songs written by Brown/Squire.

1987 release 12-inch vinyl (Black/FM Revolver 12 REV36)

1989 and 1992 reissues 7-inch vinyl (Black/FM Revolver REV36)

12-inch vinyl (Black/FM Revolver 12 REV36)

Cassette (Black/FM Revolver REV MC 36), CD (Black/FM Revolver REV XD 36)

The tracklisting on the back of the 1992 CD release has "All Across The Sands" and "Here It Comes" listed the wrong way round.

2005 EP issue CD&DVD (Black/FM Revolver REV XD 636)

Charts Chart PeakpositionUK Indie Chart3UK Singles Chart46

Certifications

References

External links The Definitive Stone Roses Discography entry