Stroke 9 - Little Black Backpack Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'Little Black Backpack' by Stroke 9?

   'Little Black Backpack' was collectively written by Stroke 9 members Luke Esterkyn, Greg Gerald Gueldner, John Francis McDermott, and Eric Laird Stock.

2. What inspired the song 'Little Black Backpack'?

   The song was inspired by a late-Nineties fashion trend among women involving little black backpack purses. Frontman Luke Esterkyn also drew inspiration from his own feelings of jealousy after seeing his ex-girlfriend wearing one while out with another man.

3. When was 'Little Black Backpack' released?

   'Little Black Backpack' was originally released on the album 'Bumper to Bumper.' It gained more recognition when it appeared on their 1999 album 'Nasty Little Thoughts,' which was released after they signed with Universal Records.

4. How did 'Little Black Backpack' perform on music charts?

   'Little Black Backpack' achieved moderate success in the United States. It peaked at number four on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart and spent fourteen weeks on that chart.

5. What genre does 'Little Black Backpack' belong to?

   'Little Black Backpack' is often categorized as college rock. Heather Phares of AllMusic praised its radio-friendly nature, contributing to its appeal within this genre.