Bobbie gentry ode to billie joe lyrics genius lyrics. The song ode to billie joe was written by bobbie gentry and was first recorded and released by bobbie gentry in 1967. Listen online and get new recommendations, only at. If you love cover songs, we hope you will consider supporting us there with a small monthly subscription. Killer, killer debut album featuring the classic ode to billie joe, mississippi delta and more. The ode to billie joe songfacts reports that this song tells the story of a guy who kills. Cover versions of ode to billie joe written by bobbie gentry. Ode to billy joe sound track from max baers motion picture is the soundtrack album to the 1976 film ode to billy joe. Ode to billie joe is a 1967 song written and recorded by bobbie gentry, a singersongwriter from chickasaw county, mississippi. Released 1976, ode to billy joe stars robby benson, glynnis oconnor, joan hotchkis, sandy mcpeak the pg movie has a runtime of about 1 hr 46 min, and received a score of out of 100 on. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. Ode to billy joe 1976 a drunken encounter traumatizes teenage billy joe robby benson, who loves a girl glynnis oconnor in 1953 mississippi. Oct, 2015 provided to youtube by cdbaby ode to billie joe vince guaraldi quartet an afternoon with the vince guaraldi quartet.
Provided to youtube by the orchard enterprises ode to billy joe fifth dimension fifth dimension live. Inevitably, the title track dwarfed everything else by comparison, but a greater problem was that several of the other tunes recycled variations of the ode to billie joe riff. Bobbie gentry ode to billy joe sheet music in f major. The story takes place in a small town located on the banks of the tallahatchie river. The single, released in late july, was a numberone hit in the united states, and became a big international seller. Gentrys debut lp, which went to number one on the pop charts, was a promising but not wholly satisfying disc, with the singer penning all but one of the songs. The new verse precedes the current first and second verses, which are close but not identical to the published version, and a few lines on the page have been. Bobbie gentrys famous song, on which ode to billy joe is based, found much of its haunting effect in its refusal to reveal why billy joe killed himself. Rent ode to billy joe 1976 on dvd and bluray dvd netflix. The name of billie joe was changed to the swedish name jon andreas. Billy jo struggles with his sexuality after a drunken encounter. Ode to billy joe 1976 stream and watch online moviefone.
Jul 27, 2016 the original ode to billie joe can be found on amazon. Bobbie gentry ode to billy joe 1967 soul jazz records. Jul 12, 2017 provided to youtube by cdbaby ode to billy joe paula cole ode to billy joe. Rent ode to billy joe 1976 starring robby benson and glynnis oconnor on dvd and bluray. Was the third of june, another sleepy, dusty delta day i was out choppin cotton and my brother was balin hay discovered using shazam, the. What a testament to our progress as a society that, while a teen might still struggle with sexual identity, he or she can find ways to open up to others.
The ode to billie joe songfacts reports that this song tells the story of a guy who kills himself by jumping off the tallahatchie bridge. Check out ode to billie joe by bobbie gentry on amazon music. Listen free to bobbie gentry ode to billy joe ode to billie joe, mississippi delta. Jul 27, 20 the mystery created by bobbie gentry in her debut single ode to billie joe cast a spell over the entire country. Because our mp3s have no drm, you can play it on any device that supports mp3, even on your ipod. Watch ode to billy joe full movie in hd visit billy joe confesses his love to the lovely bobbi lee only to cover h. Provided to youtube by sony music entertainment ode to billie joe tammy wynette the world of tammy wynette. The movie is based on the hit song made famous by singer bobbie gentry.
Sheet music arranged for pianovocalguitar in f major. It was produced by kelly gordon and arranged by jimmie haskel and shorty rogers. Gentry ode to billy joe sheet music for ukulele chords. There is a certain smoky quality that certainly personifies bobby gentry. Listen to ode to billie joe from kathy matteas ode to billy joe for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. Download and print ode to billy joe sheet music for ukulele chords by bobbie gentry. Ode to billy joe definition by babylons free dictionary. A movie with the title spelled ode to billy joe was released in 1976. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. It was the third of june, another sleepy, dusty, delta dayayayay. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on youtube. Based on bobby gentrys haunting 1967 song, this drama attempts to explain why 17yearold billy joe mcallister jumped off the talahatchie bridge. Ode to billie joe by bobbie gentry on amazon music. There really was a tallahatchie bridge in greenwood, mississippi, but gentry made up the story.
Ode to billie joe is a song written and recorded by bobbie gentry, a singersongwriter from chickasaw county, mississippi. Ode to billie joe is the debut studio album by american singersongwriter bobbie gentry. Ode to billy joe robby benson glynnis oconnor joan hotchkis 1976 a drunken encounter traumatizes teenage billy joe robby benson, who loves a girl glynnis oconnor in 1953 mississippi. Mp3 is a digital audio format without digital rights management drm technology. My father bough this album ode to billy joe old to billy joe back in 1967 and this album is one that i was always looking for which i just purchased from amazon.
Gentry ode to billy joe sheet music for ukulele chords pdf. One particular song really tugs at my heartstrings and that hurry tuesday child. Directed by max baer jr with robby benson, glynnis oconnor, joan hotchkis, sandy mcpeak. The mystery created by bobbie gentry in her debut single ode to billie joe cast a spell over the entire country. Billy jo spears sings the country greats jetzt kaufen. Gentry ode to billy joe sheet music for voice, piano or guitar. It was the third of june, another sleepy, dusty delta day i was out choppin cotton, and my brother was balin hay and at dinner time we stopped and walked back to. Nov 05, 2014 provided to youtube by sony music entertainment ode to billie joe tammy wynette the world of tammy wynette. Ode to billy joe photos view all photos 1 movie info. The film was based on this song, with a fictionalized gentry named bobbie lee hartley.
Originally released 1969 sony music entertainment inc. Ode to billy joe dell paperback march 1, 1976 by herman raucher author. Find bobbie gentry ode to billie joe lyrics and search for bobbie gentry. Mar 21, 2015 provided to youtube by sony music entertainment ode to billy joe patty smyth smokin section. Ode to billy joe is a 1976 american drama film with a screenplay by herman raucher, inspired by the 1967 hit song by bobbie gentry, titled ode to billie joe the film was directed and produced by max baer jr. The page contains a jpg image of a hand printed manuscript on a single sheet of yellow lined paper, with the caption original song lyrics written by bobbie gentry for ode to billy joe. Its also the subject of one of the higherpraised books in the 33 series. Watch ode to billy joe online full movie from 1976 yidio. Set to a backing of spare acoustic guitar chords and atmospheric strings, gentrys sensual, southernfried voice relates the story of two mississippi teenage lovers who share a dark secret that eventually leads to the boys. Set to a backing of spare acoustic guitar chords and atmospheric strings, gentrys sensual, southernfried voice relates the story of two. Provided to youtube by cdbaby ode to billy joe paula cole ode to billy joe. Now that i know why billy joe mcallister jumped off the tallahatchie bridge, i almost wish i didnt. The story revolves around a young boy and girl who are exploring their new passions. The album was issued on cd for the first time in 2017 by californiabased label kritzerland.
Print and download ode to billy joe sheet music by bobbie gentry. Based on bobby gentrys haunting 1967 song, this drama attempts to explain why 17yearold billy joe mcallister jumped off the talahatchie. It was covered by rachel harrington, jeannie seely, jimmy dempsey, curfew and other artists. Ode to billy joe 1976 full movie download full hd youtube. On june 3, 1953, billy joe mcallister jumped off the tallahatchie. His death was seen as sad, and long ago, and unnecessary, and the singer recalled it as a key event in an unhappy time. In 2008, australian label raven records released the album on cd, paired with 1969s touch em with love. Was the third of june, another sleepy, dusty delta day i was out choppin cotton and my brother was balin hay discovered using shazam, the music discovery app. Bobbie gentry ode to billy joe vinyl mp3 album download. A german translation titled billy joe mcallister was released in 1978 by wencke myhre. Download and print ode to billy joe sheet music for voice, piano or guitar by bobbie gentry.