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Long Legged Woman Dressed in Black

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"Long Legged Woman Dressed in Black"
Song
B-side"Gonna Bop 'Til I Drop"

"Long Legged Woman Dressed in Black" is a popular song and hit single by the British group Mungo Jerry, first released in 1974. It also became the title track of a compilation album by the group, released later in 1974. [1]

Chart performance

It was written by the band's lead singer Ray Dorset and produced by Barry Murray and Dorset. In addition to Dorset (guitar, vocals), the line-up of the group at this time which played on the record comprised Dick Middleton (guitar), Bob Daisley (bass), Ian Milne (keyboards), and Dave Bidwell (drums).[2] The song entered the UK Singles Chart in April 1974 and reached No. 13 staying for nine weeks on the chart, their last single to reach the British Top 20. [3]

References

  1. ^ Roberts, David (2006). British Hit Singles & Albums (19th ed.). London: Guinness World Records Limited. p. 383. ISBN 1-904994-10-5.
  2. ^ "Long Legged Woman Dressed In Black". www.discogs.com. Retrieved 11 January 2013.
  3. ^ "Long Legged Woman Dressed in Black". www.chartstats.com. Retrieved 11 January 2013.