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This was written by comedian and musician Jim Stafford together with David Bellamy. It was one of the first songs Bellamy wrote - the lyrics are a humorous retelling of his experiences growing up on a farm in rural Darby, Florida. Along with his brother Howard, David went on to great success as The Bellamy Brothers. Their best known song is "Let Your Love Flow."
This was produced by singer songwriter Lobo who in the early 1970s enjoyed transatlantic Top 10 hits with "Me And You and a Dog Named Boo" and "I'd Love You To Want Me." In the 1960s Jim Stafford and Lobo played together in a Florida band called The Legends along with future Country-Rock legend Gram Parsons.
In 1975 Jim Stafford hosted his own prime time TV series where he met singer Bobbie Gentry. They married in 1978 and divorced 2 years later. (thanks, Edward Pearce - Ashford, Kent, England, for all above)
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Jim Stafford had several cute songs during this era. One, I think, was My Girl Bill. He had a quiet Southern charm that made this song and everything he ever did enjoyable. And, bound to raise a smile if not an eybrow or two..Love Stafford.
- Thomas, Somerville, AL
Jim Stafford was the co-host of "Those Amazing Animals" in the 70's
- allen, chicago, IL
Really enjoy this song. It has a certain innocence and charm about it. When you get to my age, 61, songs reflect time and stir memories as this one does.
- Alan, Sault Ste. Marie, ON