"A Girl Named Sandoz" is a song by Eric Burdon & The Animals. The song tells the story of a girl named Sandoz who teaches the narrator, Burdon, many important and positive things about life, love, and the world around them. The lyrics describe how Burdon met Sandoz one sunny morning, with snow on the ground, which is portrayed as a strange and surreal situation. Despite her age, Sandoz is depicted as someone who is wise beyond her years. Just one kiss from her is said to make you realize that your time has come, suggesting that her presence is transformative and significant. The chorus emphasizes the impact Sandoz has had on Burdon, stating that everyone could learn something from her mind. The repetition of her name in the chorus, "Sandoz, Sandoz," adds a rhythmic and melodic quality to the song. The song's lyrics don't explicitly explain who Sandoz is or provide a specific narrative. However, the song has often been associated with the experience of taking LSD, a hallucinogenic drug. Sandoz was the name of the pharmaceutical company that first manufactured LSD, and the lyrics' surreal and psychedelic imagery supports the interpretation that the song is influenced by drug experiences. Overall, "A Girl Named Sandoz" captures the sense of wonder, enlightenment, and transformative power that can come from encounters and experiences that are out of the ordinary.
