Hozier is an incredibly talented Irish musician who became a sensation with “Take Me To Church,” but his music goes far beyond that.
His mix of folk, blues, and rock pairs with meaningful lyrics about life and society, and that is what makes him special.
His heartfelt voice draws you in, and his mix of old stories, books, and real-life truths feels honest and powerful.
He’s an artist who constantly keeps you hooked with his unique sound and powerful messages.
About the Song
“Too Sweet” is a gentle love song built around honey and sugar comparisons.
In it, Hozier shares his deep love, which feels so strong that it almost fills him up completely.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Release Date | August 18, 2023 |
| Album | Unreal Unearth |
| Writers | Andrew Hozier-Byrne |
| Producers | Andrew Hozier-Byrne, Jennifer Decilveo |
Too Sweet Lyrics by Hozier
Verse 1
It can’t be said I’m an early bird
It’s 10 o’clock before I say a word
Baby, I can never tell
How do you sleep so well?
You keep tellin’ me to live right
To go to bed before the daylight
But then you wake up for the sunrise
You know you don’t gotta pretend
Baby, now and then
Pre-Chorus
Don’t you just wanna wake up, dark as a lake
Smellin’ like a bonfire, lost in a haze?
If you’re drunk on life, babe, I think it’s great
But while in this world
Chorus
I think I’ll take my whiskey neat
My coffee black and my bed at 3
You’re too sweet for me
You’re too sweet for me
I take my whiskеy neat
My coffee black and my bed at 3
You’re too sweet for mе
You’re too sweet for me
Post-Chorus
Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh
Verse 2
I aim low
I aim true, and the ground’s where I go
I work late where I’m free from the phone
And the job gets done
But you worry some, I know
But who wants to live forever, babe?
You treat your mouth as if it’s Heaven’s gate
The rest of you like you’re the TSA
I wish I could go along
Babe, don’t get me wrong
Pre-Chorus
You know you’re bright as the morning, as soft as the rain
Pretty as a vine, as sweet as a grape
If you can sit in a barrel, maybe I’ll wait
Until that day
Chorus
I’d rather take my whiskey neat
My coffee black and my bed at 3
You’re too sweet for me
You’re too sweet for me
I take my whiskey neat
My coffee black and my bed at 3
You’re too sweet for me
You’re too sweet for me
Post-Chorus
Woah, woah
Woah, woah
Woah, woah
Woah, woah
Outro
I take my whiskey neat
My coffee black and my bed at 3
You’re too sweet for me
You’re too sweet for me
Live Performances Of The Song
Too Sweet: Live on the Late Show
Too Sweet: Live at Pinkpop 2024
Too Sweet: Live on SNL
Similar Songs Like Too Sweet by Hozier
- “Cherry Wine” – Shares that tender, intimate vocal delivery and acoustic guitar-driven melody, exploring themes of sweet yet complex love, though with darker undertones
- “Work Song” – Features similar gospel-influenced vocals and deep, soulful expression of devotion, with raw emotional vulnerability and religious imagery
- “Like Real People Do” – Captures that same dreamy, romantic atmosphere with gentle guitar work and poetic lyrics about pure, innocent love
- “Would That I” – Has comparable folk elements and builds to powerful crescendos, using nature metaphors to describe overwhelming feelings of love
- “Angel of Small Death & The Codeine Scene” – While more uptempo, it shares that mix of sacred and sensual themes with soaring vocals and intimate storytelling
- “Shrike” – Features similar delicate guitar work and nature imagery, expressing deep emotional connection through poetic metaphors
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Hozier release “Too Sweet”?
Hozier released “Too Sweet” on March 22, 2024.
How did the song perform commercially?
“Too Sweet” became Hozier’s first Billboard Hot 100 #1 hit, debuting at #5 before reaching the top spot. His previous peak was #2 with “Take Me To Church” in 2013.
