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John Phillips - Boys From The South

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He was born in Dixie
On a sultry summer night
He was born in Dixie
And his momma raised him right

All the boys from the South can play the guitar
Dance the tap or sing
They stand when a lady enters the room
Calls their love to see her sway

All the boys from the South went to boarding school
But it didn't hurt them none
'Cause the boys from the South, they ain't no fools
They're natural charmin' gentlemen

Take a servin' boy with a touch of ho
Layin' 'round fishin' in the sun
While somebody else is out there runnin' 'round
Tryin' to get things done

Well, I'll bet you
In five I'll get you two
I know who's finally won
He's the son of the South, he never has to sweat
He's a natural charmin' gentleman
He was born in Dixie
On a sultry summer night
He was born in Dixie
And his mama read him right

All the boys from the south can play the guitar
Dance the tap or sing
They stand when a lady enters the room
'Cause they love to see her sway

All the southern boys been to boarding schools
But it didn't hurt them none
'Cause the boys from the south, they ain't no fools
They're just natural charmin' gentlemen

Yeah, the boys from the south, they ain't no fools
They're just natural charmin' gentlemen

All the boys from the south, they ain't no fools
They're just natural charmin' gentlemen
 
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"Boys From The South" by John Phillips is a celebration of the charm and grace of Southern gentlemen. The song paints a picture of boys born and raised in the South who are skilled musicians, dancers, and singers. They are described as natural charmers who know how to treat a lady with respect and admiration. Despite attending boarding schools, these boys remain true to their Southern roots and maintain their gentlemanly ways. The lyrics highlight the laid-back and easygoing nature of Southern boys, who never have to break a sweat to win over the hearts of those around them. Overall, "Boys From The South" is a tribute to the timeless qualities of Southern charm and hospitality.

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John Phillips - Boys From The South
He was born in Dixie On a sultry summer night He was born in Dixie And his momma raised him right All the boys from the South can play the guitar Dance the tap or

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John Phillips was a singer-songwriter, best known for being a member of the popular 1960s group The Mamas and The Papas. He was born in Parris Island, South Carolina in 1935 and grew up in Alexandria, Virginia. Phillips began his musical career as a member of The Journeymen, a folk trio, before forming The Mamas and The Papas in 1965. The group gained widespread popularity with hits such as “California Dreamin'” and “Monday, Monday.” Phillips also wrote and produced for other artists, including Scott McKenzie’s hit “San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair).” In the 1970s, Phillips released several solo albums and continued to tour and perform with various incarnations of The Mamas and The Papas. He passed away in 2001 at the age of 65.