Brenton Wood

WHO: Brenton Wood

WHEN: born: Alfred Jesse Smith on July 26, 1941 in Shreveport, Louisiana
active: 1967-present

WHAT: An American singer songwriter best known for his singles 'Oogum Boogum" and "Gimme Little Sign".

Album Pick: Brenton Wood's 18 Best

WHY:

Historical Use: "It's hard not to hear Brenton Wood's biggest hit, "Gimme Little Sign," and not be convinced that it very well might be the greatest single ever cut...(coupled with "Oogum Boogum) the of the best singles of the 60's. He is one of the finest soul singers of his generation( Allmusic guide)."


Practical Use(to be used in arguments, as persuasive tactics, and or to make yourself feel better when you are creating that playlist and dialing in the "loop" function):

1)Try not to like these songs. I dare you.

2)Also, the words "Oogum Boogum"? Perfectly nonsensical enough for the little ones, dangerously similar in sound to the word booger for the older kids. You really can't loose.

WHICH:

Oogum Boogum

Gimme Little Sign