Me and You and a Dog Named Boo

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About Me and You and a Dog Named Boo

"Me and You and a Dog Named Boo" is the 1971 debut single by Lobo. Written by Lobo under his real name Kent LaVoie, it appears on the Introducing Lobo album. The single peaked at #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was the first of four of his songs to hit #1 on the Easy Listening chart, where it had a two-week stay at that top spot in May 1971. The song also reached #4 in the UK Singles Chart in July 1971, and spent four weeks at #1 in New Zealand. Internationally, "Me and You and a Dog Named Boo" was Lobo's second most successful song among more than 15 single releases. It was surpassed only by "I'd Love You to Want Me" the following year. 


Year:
1990
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I remember to this day
The bright red Georgia clay
And how it stuck to the tires
After the summer rain
Will power made that old car go
A woman's mind told me that so
Oh how I wish
We were back on the road again

Me and you and a dog named boo
Travelin' and livin' off the land
Me and you and a dog named boo
How I love being a free man

I can still recall
The wheat fields of St. Paul
And the morning we got caught
Robbing from an old hen
Old McDonald he made us work
But then he paid us for what it was worth
Another tank of gas
And back on the road again

I'll never forget the day
We motored stately into big L.A.
The lights of the city put settlin'
Down in my brain
Though it's only been a month or so
That old car's buggin' us to go
We've gotta get away and get back on
The road again

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Lobo

Roland Kent LaVoie, better known by the stage name Lobo (born July 31, 1943), is an American singer-songwriter who was successful in the early 1970s, scoring several U.S. Top 10 hits, including "Me and You and a Dog Named Boo", "I'd Love You to Want Me" and "Don't Expect Me to Be Your Friend". more »

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Written by: Kent Lavoie

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Me and You and a Dog Named Boo" was the debut single by singer-songwriter and guitarist Lobo. It was first released in 1971.
Chart Performance
The song achieved major success by reaching No. 5 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart that same year. It even represented Lobo's highest charting song on the said chart.
International Success
Not just in the United States, "Me and You and a Dog Named Boo" was also a hit internationally. It made its way to No. 4 on the UK Singles Chart.
Distinct Sound
This song is a memorable example of bubblegum pop of the early 70s. Bubblegum pop features catchy melodies, simple lyrics, and upbeat themes.
Album Release
The track was also integrated into Lobo's debut studio album, "Introducing Lobo," which was launched in the year 1971.
Lobo's Real Name
Lobo is just a stage name. His real name is Roland Kent LaVoie. He is an American musician who has been active in the music industry since the 1960s.
Song Cover
The song was widely covered by various artists including The Hollies and Wally Whyton. This shows its popularity during its time.
Notoriety in Sporting Events
"Me and You and a Dog Named Boo" often makes a unique, light-hearted addition to the playlists of various sporting events worldwide.
Impact on Lobo's Career
The song's success kickstarted Lobo's music career and made him a recognized name in the Pop music scene of the '70s.
Song’s Meaning
The song lyrics talk about an adventurous road trip that Lobo himself took, traveling around the country with just his girlfriend and dog. Some listeners interpret it as representing the timeless theme of youthful exploration and breaking free from societal norms.

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