Old Hippie

by

The Bellamy Brothers

Album: Howard and David - The Best of The Bellamy Brothers      Released: 1985

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Rather than targeting one individual, Howard Bellamy wrote this song as a paean to the generation defined by a mandatory draft into the war in Vietnam, and the aftereffects visited upon those who were lucky enough to make it back home. Says Howard, "It was a specific generation, I think, more so than a person. There were several people we knew like that over the years. Our generation. I think that was why it was such a big song. That generation really identified with that record, because it was right in the Boomer generation that happened."

"It's a sad song," says Bellamy, "because it's an accurate portrayal of that fear. It's a true song, and a lot of times truth is sad. Just like our situation today (2007). We stay optimistic, but you really take an honest look and it's a pretty sad situation we're in."

This song was re-recorded with Montgomery Gentry for the Bellamy Brothers 2006 Angels and Outlaws album. (Learn more in the Howard Bellamy interview and at www.bellamybrothers.com)

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I can so relate to both version and waiting for the 55 version.
- Ron, Terrell, TX

By being a Vietnam vet, the song Old Hippie really hit home. It is one of my favorites by the Bellamy Brothers. Larry
- Larry, Keytesville, NE

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