Bobbie Gentry: Child of the Delta (Jerry Skinner Documentary)

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  • @craigwilliamdayton
    @craigwilliamdayton Před 4 měsíci +96

    Jerry…As with the other commenters, I am so very glad you are back. As soon as I saw the CZcams notification, I headed for your channel and hit play. You have been greatly missed. I hope your hearts are healing. May God richly bless you and your loved ones in 2024.

  • @royboy9361
    @royboy9361 Před 4 měsíci +48

    I can tell you are a fine southern gentleman Mr. Skinner. I’d just like you to know how much I appreciate your work. I’ll be darned if her grandmother didn’t live a whole century!

  • @susansuewwilliams
    @susansuewwilliams Před 4 měsíci +33

    Thank you for including the sad saga of Emmett Till
    Those brothers didn't have to serve time on earth for what they did to him, they're serving it eternally.
    As my mother-in-law always said to me: Don't worry, the Lord will take care of it.

  • @gomphrena-beautifulflower-8043
    @gomphrena-beautifulflower-8043 Před 4 měsíci +28

    Another well-done video, Jerry. Always loved Bobbie Gentry’s soulful music. We visited Las Vegas and Bobbie Gentry and Richard Pryor happened to be appearing at the Sahara. My dad took my and my sister’s photo in front of the big sign with their names. Thanks again, Jerry. Hope your daughter is doing well.

  • @geraldskinner63
    @geraldskinner63 Před 4 měsíci +26

    "Ode to Billie Joe" is a song from my childhood Jerry. Makes me smile whenever I rediscover it. My mom's name was Bobbie and she spelled it the same. Welcome back cousin!

  • @elijahjames8837
    @elijahjames8837 Před 4 měsíci +22

    Ode to Billy Joe is one of the most haunting songs of popular music.

  • @duanetalton755
    @duanetalton755 Před 4 měsíci +39

    Glad your back Jerry.

  • @carlmontney7916
    @carlmontney7916 Před 4 měsíci +13

    Jerry so nice to have you back. As usual your stories are always a fitting tribute to the people you feature in them. Always done with dignity and respect. Again welcome back, well done sir.

  • @Huskrrrr
    @Huskrrrr Před 3 měsíci +9

    I was a rocker back in the 60s, definitely not a Country fan. But I was struck by the beautiful, haunting song Ode to Billy Joe. It was one of those songs that I love to this day. Thank you for this video.

  • @millicenttirk8233
    @millicenttirk8233 Před 4 měsíci +17

    Hi Jerry, it's great to see you back. I hope that 2024 started better for you and your family than 2023 ended. Please give Tammy my best. With love from Millicent AKA Millie

  • @pj9731
    @pj9731 Před 4 měsíci +11

    Thank you Jerry for another great video! Wish you would have a meet and greet in Tupelo. Best wishes!

  • @tonyadangerfield8640
    @tonyadangerfield8640 Před 4 měsíci +8

    Thank You Mr. Skinner for this lovely story she was a Beautiful lady and with your voice it made it even better I just love you My Friend 😊❤

  • @steveshoemaker6347
    @steveshoemaker6347 Před 4 měsíci +7

    l remember her well and she is very beautiful.....Thanks Jerry and hope y'all are doing well....lt is very good to see you back ans thanks again 👍
    l am in my late 80's but still going.....
    Shoe🇺🇸

  • @72PRODIGALSON
    @72PRODIGALSON Před 4 měsíci +6

    Welcome back Jerry. You have been missed but we understand why you were on a break. SO glad to see you return. We love you, sir!

  • @SECRETCREEKPROSPECTING1776
    @SECRETCREEKPROSPECTING1776 Před 4 měsíci +7

    Amazing history and very fine of you to share the legend of such a beautiful voice of a fine young lady. Appreciate people like yourself that keep these beautiful singers alive in modern times.🫶👊💪😀🇺🇸

  • @theresagentle4654
    @theresagentle4654 Před 4 měsíci +13

    ❤ THANKS JERRY 😇

  • @frankmarullo228
    @frankmarullo228 Před 4 měsíci +5

    Jerry where have you been ? Missed your videos my friend...... THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA......

  • @racer193wr
    @racer193wr Před 4 měsíci +5

    Always look forward to your documentaries.. something very soothing avout your voice and the topics are always very interesting..

  • @CSOne_
    @CSOne_ Před 4 měsíci +7

    The Thumbnail for this Post Reminded me of my Mother…
    She Rocked Similar Hair Back in the Day.
    May She Rest In Peace
    Love You, Ma.

  • @KutWrite
    @KutWrite Před 2 měsíci +1

    Wow! What a touching, thorough, and heartfelt tribute! Well done, Jerry!
    I briefly met Ms Gentry after a concert she did with Glen Campbell. I photographed her and Glen backstage. They were both gracious, and insisted on posing for a picture with me. To this day, she is still the most attractive and electric woman I've ever put my arm around. Hope she's happy... and RIP Glen.

  • @troynov1965
    @troynov1965 Před 4 měsíci +4

    I was just talking to my brother today about Bobbie Gentry. I was just a kid in the 70s but man Ill never forget seeing her on TV and listening to her on radio. Super talented and striking good looks.
    I still live on a dirt road LOL

  • @liedenier
    @liedenier Před 4 měsíci +13

    Excellent. Much Blessings.

  • @jonbeckman9566
    @jonbeckman9566 Před 4 měsíci +11

    was thinking about you today. wondering if you were ok.

  • @karenmartin7978
    @karenmartin7978 Před 4 měsíci +7

    Thank you for this documentary. I was especially interested in learning about Bobbie's geographical connection to Emmett Till.

  • @Gypseygirls
    @Gypseygirls Před 4 měsíci +9

    Stay well and thanks for the upload ❤❤❤

  • @southernlight6
    @southernlight6 Před 4 měsíci +9

    Another great video. Enjoyed this one a lot.

  • @WisconsinWanderer
    @WisconsinWanderer Před 4 měsíci +3

    I remember as a kid I had such a crush on this absolutely beautiful woman. She was an amazing talent but I appreciate her more now than back in the day. thanks Jerry

  • @brendalee5437
    @brendalee5437 Před 4 měsíci +9

    Welcome back missed you

  • @grumpyoldwizard
    @grumpyoldwizard Před 4 měsíci +8

    Your videos are always a pleasure. Thank you so much.

  • @marionlove100
    @marionlove100 Před 4 měsíci +6

    Welcome back your video's are always a pleasure to see 💯👏🏽

  • @kansascitian2009
    @kansascitian2009 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Bobbie was my childhood idol. Glad to see you're back Jerry :-) God bless!

  • @jameshoppersr.-beaver-retr215
    @jameshoppersr.-beaver-retr215 Před 4 měsíci +4

    Mr. Jerry it sure is good seeing you put out a video again. I know you guys have had a bad year with what happened with your Son-in-Law. Good to see you back on CZcams. !!!!! GOD Bless !!!!! James and Judy Hopper Romans 6:23, Joshua 15:24………

  • @pigoff123
    @pigoff123 Před 4 měsíci +7

    Thank you Mr. Jerry. Another masterpiece.

  • @alw8355
    @alw8355 Před 4 měsíci +6

    Love the song and movie

  • @ImOutASAP
    @ImOutASAP Před 4 měsíci +4

    You have been missed.

  • @patstelzer3455
    @patstelzer3455 Před 4 měsíci +7

    Glad you're back, blessed be

  • @TheStuport
    @TheStuport Před 4 měsíci +2

    I always pour you a cup of Joe when I'm having my mud in the morning Jerry! You Are Family whether we can sit and chat or when we ALL are thinking of you and hoping all is as good as it can be for you and your crew! I often go through your video library MAINLY to hear your voice! It is a steady reminder that I'll be just fine regardless of how crazy life can be for us all! Thank you Mr. Skinner for always keeping your Fan Base Alive in your Soul as we Followers do when thinking of you often! MOO From COW-lumbus, Ohio 👋

    • @JerrySkinner1943
      @JerrySkinner1943  Před 4 měsíci +3

      Thank you MOO. I never turn down a cup of coffee, so save me a place at your table. You can tell me what parts i am doing wrong and don;t say there is not any. Thank you again my friend. Jerry

    • @TheStuport
      @TheStuport Před 4 měsíci +2

      @@JerrySkinner1943 🤟

  • @StevenMMan
    @StevenMMan Před 4 měsíci +2

    Wow just wow. As a young man I thought I was in love with her. Today I still remind people the significance of the music she wrote. I was introduced to her originally through duets with Glen Cambell. Funny today you remind of her, yet also made me made realize she north of 20 years my senior and still prettier than I
    Mountain man

  • @eckankar7756
    @eckankar7756 Před měsícem

    I saw her at the Aladdin Casino in Las Vegas in the early 1970s. She danced and sang through the whole show...she was amazing.

  • @jerrydtuff
    @jerrydtuff Před 4 měsíci +6

    D.E.W. .... I REMEMBER HER
    FROM THE 70s. FOLK MUSIC
    SINGING ON A GUITAR 🎸 .
    5 OR 9 GUEST SINGING SPOTS ON VARIETY SHOWS. THEN SNAP💥
    SHE WAS GONE.....
    WHAT HAPPEN TO HER ?

  • @markbirchette8740
    @markbirchette8740 Před 4 měsíci +3

    She was so beautiful! I had a crush on her!

  • @goodolzimm5827
    @goodolzimm5827 Před 4 měsíci +5

    Welcome back Jerry. Thanks again.

  • @steveladner4346
    @steveladner4346 Před 4 měsíci +4

    Excellent video. Thanks

  • @pigoff123
    @pigoff123 Před 4 měsíci +4

    She was a very talented and beautiful lady.

  • @Gypseygirls
    @Gypseygirls Před 4 měsíci +9

    ❤❤

  • @DrVonChilla
    @DrVonChilla Před 4 měsíci +2

    Howdy, Jerry. Glad to see you back and I sincerely hope you & your family are healing.

  • @aaronlopez492
    @aaronlopez492 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Welcome back Jerry.

  • @ghosty426
    @ghosty426 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Thank you Jerry, for another great documentary about hot dusty, delta days from the 1970s. The USA changed much since the rollout of the internet, but not all of it was for the best.
    God bless. Hope you have another great video soon.

  • @lisathornton6374
    @lisathornton6374 Před 3 měsíci

    I haven't watched any videos from Mr. Skinner in years. I just decided, on a whim, to look him up today. I'm so glad that I did.

  • @johngerson7335
    @johngerson7335 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Thank you Jerry, very nice to have a post from you.
    Bobbie was sure something special, hope she's happy and content.
    Great video, and thanks again!

  • @travmccullough6300
    @travmccullough6300 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Glad to see you back, Jerry. You do the best biographies on YT.

  • @cyndini55
    @cyndini55 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Your videos never disappoint.

  • @roxannemoser
    @roxannemoser Před 4 měsíci +2

    Mr Skinner, thank you for this video. I loved Bobbie Gentrie.

  • @sylviaaustin115
    @sylviaaustin115 Před měsícem

    Im so glad you are back entertaining us!!! I have missed your voice!!! God bless you and you're family.

  • @brendaeaves1079
    @brendaeaves1079 Před 4 měsíci

    Bobby Gentry Such A Beautiful Woman She Was & Still Is😊Very Talented Singer Songwriter Could Play 5 Instruments😊Thanks For Sharing❤

  • @bethhutto9800
    @bethhutto9800 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Wonderful! Thank you so much

  • @luhoffma8836
    @luhoffma8836 Před 4 měsíci

    She was beautiful with a beautiful voice. Very talented.

  • @susanelkin2284
    @susanelkin2284 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Welcome back. Loved this video. Thank you! 😊👍👍👍

  • @patriciablue2739
    @patriciablue2739 Před 4 měsíci +1

    This channel is so unique. I love it. This particular episode means a lot. She was awesome.

  • @gerardjohnson2106
    @gerardjohnson2106 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Your in-depth research and attention to detail are amazing. Thanks for this presentation.
    👍👍👏👏🇺🇲

  • @user-tf3np8ky5e
    @user-tf3np8ky5e Před 4 měsíci +1

    Great job! I remember Bobbie Gentry very well.

  • @turragorman59
    @turragorman59 Před 17 dny

    ❤great hearing your voice and stories again Jerry. Thanks for doing great content.

  • @HadToChangeMyName_YoutubeSucks
    @HadToChangeMyName_YoutubeSucks Před 4 měsíci +1

    That's no dirt road, that's a gravel road. I grew up with dirt and gravel roads, bad as a gravel road can be it's a big difference over a dirt road come the rain. Loved Bobby, another great video Jerry.

  • @judychandler8733
    @judychandler8733 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I'm the only person I know of who performed her song OTBJ on national TV at that time. I sang it on Country Music Carousel in 1967 It was rerun many times

  • @libbyvalley
    @libbyvalley Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful celebration of such a beautiful & talented Woman. I grew up loving her & her music. 🥰 You tell such a fine story, Sir. 🏆

  • @lindavasquez3187
    @lindavasquez3187 Před 3 měsíci

    Missed you Jerry and thank you for another one of your documented stories..

  • @TheBlueHutch
    @TheBlueHutch Před měsícem

    Every summer we visited grandma and grandpa in the deep South Mississippi ❤️ I'm a southern girl at heart!

  • @user-xt3gh6du9r
    @user-xt3gh6du9r Před měsícem

    I’m praying Bobby has another album, lyrics, and contributions for her fans.

  • @dickdaley9059
    @dickdaley9059 Před 4 měsíci

    Southern country girls are just different. The more they wander from their roots, the more they long for the country life. She is blessed to now live the life of a gracious country woman unencumbered from the demands of show business. Health and happiness, Roberta. ❤

  • @annamil3615
    @annamil3615 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Awww, so good to see you. My husband loved your videos. I lost him Jan. 1st from cancer. Sending love and prayers your way always.❤

  • @NormaHird
    @NormaHird Před 4 měsíci

    Mr Skinner..... so nice to have you back. I am so sorry to have learned of the death in your family. May the Lord bless all of you in your time of despair and grant all of you peace.

  • @dellajoycebairdmoses7890
    @dellajoycebairdmoses7890 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thank you Jerry, that was awesome. My husband and I both loved her music 🎶 😍

    • @marknewton6984
      @marknewton6984 Před 3 měsíci

      I still do. Have all her vinyls. 😎 The Florida Beachcomber

  • @DrummingMan1
    @DrummingMan1 Před 3 měsíci

    Ode to Billy Joel and the night the lights went out in Georgia were two of the scariest songs to this little kid of the 70s! Two very different artists! Why is Bobby gentry more enduring? Because the quality and production of her recordings! Here's hoping you and your family are healing!

  • @ruthelizabeth9638
    @ruthelizabeth9638 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thank you, very happy to see you back. I loved Bobbie Gentry as a kid.

  • @brendaescalon2175
    @brendaescalon2175 Před 4 měsíci

    Grew up with her music and beautiful voice.

  • @jmark7390
    @jmark7390 Před 20 dny

    My son moved to Grenada Mississippi. Just visted him a few days ago. Visited some of those places you mentioned. Mississipi has some beautiful places. Thanks.

  • @frankiegraham3918
    @frankiegraham3918 Před 4 měsíci +1

    So good to see you back Jerry! I surely missed you. Y’all have been in my Prayer’s for the trauma y’all have been dealing with.

  • @scofab
    @scofab Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thank you again Mr. Skinner, your videos always make my day.
    All the best to you, and it's great to hear from you again.

  • @kaycox19
    @kaycox19 Před 4 měsíci +1

    EXCELLENT show again sir!

  • @jillblase6820
    @jillblase6820 Před 4 měsíci +1

    So happy to see you again my dear friend Jerry. Hope all is well with you. Sure missed you and a lot of prayers for you. Excellent documentary Jerry, so very happy your back. Who loves ya man. Jill and Augie Blase, Winter Springs , Florida.❤

    • @JerrySkinner1943
      @JerrySkinner1943  Před 4 měsíci +1

      So glad to see my dear very good friends from Winter Springs, Jill and Augie. Jerry

    • @jillblase6820
      @jillblase6820 Před 4 měsíci +1

      @@JerrySkinner1943 so happy your back. Stay well Jerry, we all need you. Jill and Augie, Wimter Speings Florida

  • @joaoalbertodosanjosgomes1536
    @joaoalbertodosanjosgomes1536 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Welcome back.

  • @a.m.6594
    @a.m.6594 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Beauty, Brains and a Sensitive Soul. ( like many other Southerns Bobbie had our imaginations on full drive -she was and is special ) Thank you Jerry!- there's a reason I stay connected with you on YT, you are a master story teller!

  • @Templeborough
    @Templeborough Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thank you for that. I always loved the Billy Jo song. The delta country obviously got into her soul. I can feel it although I have never been to the states. Your accent is nice and calming.

    • @marknewton6984
      @marknewton6984 Před 3 měsíci

      Bobbie was the real thing...Southern and beautiful! 🤩

  • @7777voyles
    @7777voyles Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you with this documentary. She certainly Is a beautiful and attractive woman. And so very talented.

  • @jeannejett2299
    @jeannejett2299 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I have missed you Jerry & was thinking about you today & here you are! Thank you for this very interesting video. You've answered a lot of questions. I enjoy your voice 😊

  • @riverraisin1
    @riverraisin1 Před 4 měsíci

    OK. First thing I will say is that Booby Gentry is gorgeous.
    Second thing is that - Jerry, you never disappoint. Your documentaries are simply outstanding. Your fans are glad to see you back at it.

    • @JerrySkinner1943
      @JerrySkinner1943  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Thank you Riverraisin 1. But i don't have fans, i only have friends. Thank you again my friend. Jerry

  • @neilgoldsmith5482
    @neilgoldsmith5482 Před 2 měsíci

    She is great. Saw her performance on Ed Sullivan. So beautiful.

  • @Paulie1232
    @Paulie1232 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Wonderful job, Jerry..😊

  • @heatherstephens9295
    @heatherstephens9295 Před 4 měsíci +1

    She still looks beautiful ⭐️

  • @rolfsinkgraven
    @rolfsinkgraven Před 4 měsíci

    Glad to see you back, Mr Skinner, and thanks for another great video, and I sincerely hope you & your family are healing.

  • @hensleyshobbies-doug7761
    @hensleyshobbies-doug7761 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Always loved her! 🤟🏻🤙🏻✌🏻

  • @dr.ianstone1584
    @dr.ianstone1584 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Mr Skinner, all of your videos are amazing but this has to be your best. Ms Gentry is an amazing lady and singer, and the sound she has produced over the years is soul deep... I have no other way of describing it. Thank you for you hard work and the intense effort you've put in to make these videos. Simply amazing!

  • @WildWestGal
    @WildWestGal Před 4 měsíci

    YOU'RE BACK, YAY!!! Jerry, you've been sorely missed! I sincerely hope that your dear daughter and your whole family have largely healed from the overwhelming personal events of the past year.🙏
    Bobby Gentry... who could ever forget her most famous song, and I had no idea she attended my Alma Mater in L.A.! Another excellent biography with your signature voiceover that is so loved by us all! Looking forward to your next production, Jerry! Cheers for now from your 'pronunciation' friend out West ~ Dany

  • @NinaRossBusiness
    @NinaRossBusiness Před 4 měsíci

    You're BACK!! Yayyyyyyyyy! 🥳🥳🥳🥳
    One of the best story tellers on the internet.

  • @user-tf3np8ky5e
    @user-tf3np8ky5e Před 4 měsíci

    I remember Bobbie Gentry well. Great job on this video!

  • @elizabethcantarell5094
    @elizabethcantarell5094 Před 4 měsíci

    Jerry Jerry I have been wondering about you! I read sad news in your family. A big hug to your daughter I know how she feels. I loved this story of beautiful Bobby Gentry, I used to comb my hair like that 😂 I still wear it long. Looking forward for more videos of outstanding people who have graced our world and made a difference ❤ God bless stay well amigo.

  • @eddenoy321
    @eddenoy321 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Excellent video as always Mr. Skinner. I look forward to many more from you.

  • @Sammy-mp9xn
    @Sammy-mp9xn Před 4 měsíci

    Thank you Jerry!
    Welcome Back, hope youre doing well.❤
    Loved Ode to Billy Jo Song & Movie.
    I had a tween crush on Robby Benson, who starred in the movie with Glynnis O' Conner.😆

  • @shaneinaz00
    @shaneinaz00 Před 3 měsíci

    Out standing video and thank you JS, many prayers and blessings to you your family and everyone. ❤️🙏

  • @juliestrom412
    @juliestrom412 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thats is creppy Jerry l love it! ❤