This was co-written by Jeff Barry, who also co-wrote "Sugar Sugar" for The Archies. Like that song, this song is a well-constructed piece of songcraft. I managed to listen to the whole thing despite finding Mr. McNamara's voice a bit annoying. The chorus, in particular, sticks to your brain.
Robin McNamara (1947-2021) had a leading role in the musical Hair between 1969 and 1971. "Lay a Little Lovin' on Me", his second single, reached #11 on the Billboard Hot 100.
McNamara released a few more singles after this through 1971 but without success. After leaving Hair, he seems to have disappeared from public view.
Created May 26, 2026.