“Heelin' Bill”

Description

"Contestants galore and fans by the score Set roostin' the gates of Saint Pete...." The various rodeo riders who have died are recalled. Finally we see "amongst them all, on old Fireball, There set ol' Heelin' Bill."

Notes

The number of famous bronc riders listed in this song probably tells us something about the profession.... - RBW

Historical references

  • 1937 - Death of Pete Knight
  • 1950 - Death of "Heelin'" Bill Nix

References

  1. Ohrlin-HBT 36, "Heelin' Bill" (1 text)
  2. BI, Ohr036

About

Author: unknown
Earliest date: 1951