i was part of a bob lind "cult" in the late 60's. we analyzed his songs and listened to his albums over and over and wondered at some of the deep hidden meanings like people did with dylan, the beetles, and buffoonalo springfield. since then have learned my faves on guitar etc. and enjoy singing them. this is one of the first songs i learned, a pretty easy C, Am, F, and G the whole way through but it works. bob's songs still touch me and this is one of the best.
This is the only other song on the "Elusive Butterfly" album that really stands the test (although the recording here sounds a little sluggish, compared with the LP?). Except for the line about "coffee with friends" it is good poetry. I like the background "wall of sound", it is full-sounding instead of just one musician and a guitar in the studio.
Thanks for posting this song...BOB LIND IS SUPER...saw him at the SYLVIA THEATRE in York, SC a few weeks ago and his voice has not changed except for the better, if at all, and he is definitely a STAR!
I find it interesting that how the Beatles were so great, but no one ever mentions their songs as being "their song." It's always other groups or singers.
Love Bob Lind!!!! Such poetic songs with beautiful melody! Love this song. Elusive Butterfly always has a place in my heart, too, agreeing with philipmovies.
Along with Mr Zero, Unlock The Door....Love this amazing artist!
Can't say enough for all His beautiful songs.
69ssrszl1 4 months ago
i was part of a bob lind "cult" in the late 60's. we analyzed his songs and listened to his albums over and over and wondered at some of the deep hidden meanings like people did with dylan, the beetles, and buffoonalo springfield. since then have learned my faves on guitar etc. and enjoy singing them. this is one of the first songs i learned, a pretty easy C, Am, F, and G the whole way through but it works. bob's songs still touch me and this is one of the best.
guyglowmore1 7 months ago
listen to GANTS version as its GREAT too
rochebraziliano 8 months ago
This is the only other song on the "Elusive Butterfly" album that really stands the test (although the recording here sounds a little sluggish, compared with the LP?). Except for the line about "coffee with friends" it is good poetry. I like the background "wall of sound", it is full-sounding instead of just one musician and a guitar in the studio.
jackkrom 1 year ago
@jackkrom Uhh..."Elusive Butterfly" is a standard.
hollies65 1 year ago
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The J.D. Salinger of 60's folk pop. Dylan can suck on it.
kingalow1 1 year ago
Thanks for posting this song...BOB LIND IS SUPER...saw him at the SYLVIA THEATRE in York, SC a few weeks ago and his voice has not changed except for the better, if at all, and he is definitely a STAR!
davpier59 1 year ago
Summer of '66, and these songs brought me great joy. Thanks.
Riograndeboy 2 years ago
I find it interesting that how the Beatles were so great, but no one ever mentions their songs as being "their song." It's always other groups or singers.
StanBennet 2 years ago
Love Bob Lind!!!! Such poetic songs with beautiful melody! Love this song. Elusive Butterfly always has a place in my heart, too, agreeing with philipmovies.
Along with Mr Zero, Unlock The Door....Love this amazing artist!
XtremeDarkSpace 2 years ago
I have always liked Elusive Butterfly but it's nice to hear his other stuff. This song has a nice feel to it. Excellent.
philipsmovies 2 years ago