American Idol Season 5 - The Songs
Originally written and recorded by Bobbie Gentry, best known for "Ode to Billie Joe," "Fancy" was revived by Reba McEntire in 1990 and turned into a top 10 country hit.
Kellie Pickler - April 4, 2006
Bobbie Gentry
I couldn?t see spending the rest of my life
With my head hung down in shame you know
I might have been born just plain white trash
But fancy was my name
Performer
Kellie Pickler - April 4, 2006
Songwriters
Bobbie Gentry
Notable Recorded Versions
Key Lyric Phrase
I couldn?t see spending the rest of my life
With my head hung down in shame you know
I might have been born just plain white trash
But fancy was my name
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