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Bobbie Gentry (born Roberta Lee Streeter; July 27, 1942) is a retired American singer-songwriter. She was one of the first female artists in America to compose and produce her own material. Gentry rose to international fame in 1967 with her Southern Gothic narrative "Ode to Billie Joe".
Sep 19, 2019 · Bobbie Gentry, who wrote and performed the classic country song 'Ode to Billie Joe', has been living a secluded life in Los Angeles for decades. Learn about her musical achievements, the inspiration behind her hit, and the people who worked with her.
- Billy Watkins
Aug 21, 2017 · Learn how Bobbie Gentry revolutionized country music with her hit song and her diverse career as a singer, songwriter, producer and performer. Discover how she influenced young musicians like Dave Cobb and Rosanne Cash with her sophisticated and progressive style.
- Tara Murtha
Jan 31, 2022 · Bobbie Gentry was a hit-maker in the late 1960s with songs like 'Ode to Billie Joe' and 'I'll Never Fall in Love Again'. She retired from music in 1981 and has been living in seclusion ever since, according to a 2016 report.
Jul 27, 2013 · Learn the story behind the mystery song that topped the charts in 1967 and won three Grammy Awards. Discover how Bobbie Gentry created a dark and exotic world with her husky voice and spare guitar chords.
Oct 12, 2018 · Bobbie Gentry had a massive hit with 1967's "Ode to Billie Joe." Four years and seven albums later, though, she dropped out of the public eye.
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