Watching Scotty Grow
Bobby Goldsboro
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There he sits with a pen and a yellow pad, What a handsome lad, that's my boy BRLFQ spells mom and dad, Well that ain't too bad, 'cause that's my boy Well you can have your TV and you nightclubs, And you can have your drive in picture show, I'll stay here with my little man near, we'll listen to the radio, Biding my time and Watching Scotty grow Making a castle out of building blocks, And a cardboard box, that's my boy, Mickey Mouse says it's thirteen o'clock, Well that's quite a shock, that's my boy In four short years I've gone from rags to riches, And what I did before that I don't know, So let it rain on my windowpane, I got my own rainbow, And we're sitting here shining watching Scotty grow Riding on daddy's shoulders off to bed, Old sleepy head, that's my boy, Got to have a drink of water and a story read, A teddy bear named Fred, that's my boy What's that you say momma come on and keep you feet warm, Well save me a place I'll be there in a minute or so, I'll think I'll stay right here and say a little prayer before I go, Me and God watching Scotty grow Me and God watching Scotty grow
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Written by: MAC DAVIS
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11 facts about this song
Genre"Watching Scotty Grow" is classified as a song that belongs to the genres of Country and Pop music.
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SongwriterThe song was written by Mac Davis, a country music singer who was also known for his talent as a songwriter in the 1960s and 1970s.
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Recording Artist"Watching Scotty Grow" was recorded and popularized by Bobby Goldsboro, best known for his soft rock and pop hits in the 1960s and 1970s.
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Release YearThe song was released in the year 1970 as part of Bobby Goldsboro's album "We Gotta Start Lovin'".
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Chart Performance"Watching Scotty Grow" achieved significant commercial success. It peaked at number one on the US Billboard Easy Listening chart and reached number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, several artists have covered "Watching Scotty Grow", including popular Irish singer Daniel O'Donnell and country music artist Eddy Arnold.
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Inspirational SourceThe lyrics of the song were inspired by Mac Davis' relationship with his own son, Scott Davis.
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Cultural ImpactIt has been used in pop culture extensively, like in the movie 'Daddy's Dyin': Who's Got the Will?' in which Mac Davis appeared.
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ReceptionThe song was praised for its emotional depth and heartwarming lyrics, offering listeners a touching perspective on father-son relationships.
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Album PerformanceThe song significantly contributed to the good commercial performance of the album "We Gotta Start Lovin'", which was certified Gold by the RIAA.
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Musical StyleThe musical arrangement of "Watching Scotty Grow" resembled a modern folk ballad, featuring acoustic guitar, strings, and soft percussions.
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