The Pretty Little Filly With The Ponytail

Album: b-side of "Mister Ed" (1961)
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Songfacts®:

  • This was recorded by singer-songwriter Sheldon Allman as the B-side of "Mister Ed." It was performed in the TV series by the horse's owner, architect Wilbur Post, probably the only time in history that someone has lip-synched to a horse!
    Allman is said to have written a longer version of this song but it does not appear to have been recorded. >>
    Suggestion credit:
    Alexander Baron - London, England

Comments: 1

  • Rick Tooke from North West FloridaWhen sung by Allen "Rocky" Lane Mr Ed's voice and you can make belive Mr Ed is singing, it is Fun.
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