Sylvia's Mother

Song Info:
"Sylvia's Mother" is a single by the American rock band Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show. It was released in 1972 as the lead single from their debut album, "Doctor Hook." The song was written by Shel Silverstein and tells the story of a man pleading with Sylvia's mother to let him speak to her one last time before she leaves him.

Artist Bio:
Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show, later shortened to Dr. Hook, was an American rock band formed in Union City, New Jersey in 1968. The band's music was characterized by a comedic, sometimes risqué style, and they achieved commercial success with hits like "Sylvia's Mother," "Cover of the Rolling Stone," and "When You're in Love with a Beautiful Woman." The band's lineup underwent several changes over the years, with vocalist Ray Sawyer becoming the face of the band with his signature eyepatch. Dr. Hook disbanded in 1985, leaving behind a legacy of humorous and catchy songs that continue to be popular today.