In the summer of 1967, Bobbie Gentry's song "Ode to Billie Joe" became a national sensation in the United States. With its deep folk-blues melody, narrative lyrics, and an unresolved mystery, the song captivated millions of listeners, becoming one of the biggest musical phenomena of the 60s. Bobbie Gentry's performance on The Andy Williams Show in 1971 helped her recreate the haunting, mysterious charm of this classic hit. The song was written by Bobbie Gentry herself. "Ode to Billie Joe" was re