Harry Hippie
Bobby Womack
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Harry Hippie" is a song that broadly belongs to the R&B (Rhythm and Blues) and Soul genre of music.
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Artist HistoryThe song is by Bobby Womack, an American singer-songwriter with a major influence in the R&B, soul, rock and roll, doo-wop, and gospel genres.
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Release Date Fact"Harry Hippie" was released in 1972 as a single from Bobby Womack's studio album "Understanding."
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 8 on the U.S. Billboard R&B chart and number 31 on the Hot 100 chart, increasing Bobby Womack's popularity.
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Inspiration behind the Song"Harry Hippie" was inspired by and written about Bobby Womack's brother, named Harry, who led a carefree, laid-back lifestyle, contrasting greatly with Bobby's ambitious and driven personality.
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Tragic ConnectionIn a tragic turn of events, Harry Womack was stabbed to death by his girlfriend in 1974, only two years after "Harry Hippie" was released. This tragic event adds a haunting layer to the song.
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Songwriting CreditThe song is credited to Jim Ford, a country-soul singer-songwriter who regularly collaborated with Bobby Womack but achieved less commercial success.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, "Harry Hippie" has been covered by many artists across different genres demonstrating its enduring relevance and popularity. Some notable artists include Tom Petty, who performed the song as part of the "In the Shadow of a Legend" tribute album to Womack.
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Cultural SignificanceThe song is often interpreted as a commentary on the counterculture and hippie lifestyle of the 1960s and early 1970s. As such, it serves as a cultural reflective piece and a piece of social commentary.
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RecognitionDespite it not being his highest charting hit, "Harry Hippie" is considered a significant part of Bobby Womack's legacy, recognized often in discussions around his most impactful songs.
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