Bobbie Gentry

Bobbie Gentry (born July 27, 1942) is an American singer-songwriter. She was born Roberta Lee Streeter to Portuguese parents in Chickasaw County, Mississippi. She shot to international fame in the summer of 1967 with the quirky and intriguing Ode to Billie Joe, written by Gentry and sung in her warm, captivating style. "Ode" was listed as the most popular single of the year in many U.S. record surveys and was admired by Frank Sinatra and other singers. Read more on Last.fm

Bobbie Gentry has 2 songs that have been featured in movies like The Best on Record and The Guard. What is your favorite song by Bobbie Gentry?

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