Harry Hippie
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"Harry Hippie" is a 1972 song written by Jim Ford, who wrote it for singer Bobby Womack as a dedication to his brother, bass guitarist Harry Womack.
Background
The song was loosely based on Bobby's brother's carefree behavior and was originally recorded as a funny tribute to his brother, that turned tragic when Harry Womack was killed by his girlfriend during a fight in 1974. From then on until his death, Bobby Womack sung the song as a dedication to his fallen late brother.[1]
Womack explains the story behind the song and its aftermath:
Chart performance
The song was a top-10 R&B hit for Womack when issued as a single in 1973, reaching number eight on the chart, and was Womack's second top-40 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 peaking at number 31 on the chart.[2]
| Chart (1972/73) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard Hot 100 | 31 |
| US Best Selling Soul Singles (Billboard)[3] | 8 |
References
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External links
- Rita Lorraine, "Harry Hippie – Bobby Womack", The Black History Channel, February 6, 2016.