Dobie Gray Drift Away 1973 “Drift Away” is a song written by Mentor Williams in 1970 and first recorded by British singer Mike Berry on his 1972 album Drift Away. A version by John Henry Kurtz was released two months later in November 1972. Mentor Williams was a country songwriter, and John Henry Kurtz was an actor and swamp rock singer. It was later given to soul singer Dobie Gray for whom it became a surprise international hit. In 1973, the song became Gray’s biggest hit, peaking at number fiv
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Dobie Gray’s “Drift Away,” released in 1973, is a smooth soul-rock classic that became his signature song. Written by Mentor Williams, it blends country, gospel, and R&B touches, carried by Gray’s warm, soulful voice. With its timeless chorus—asking to be given the beat and set free—it struck a universal chord, climbing into the Top 5 on the Billboard Hot 100. Decades later, it remains an anthem for losing yourself in the healing power of music. Crack open a @lonestarbeer to get lost in the rock
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