Actually, the term “just Billy and his guitar” may be an understatement. His perceptive, witty lyrics and hummable melodies manage to envelop listeners without relying on an elaborate musical accompaniment. You can do that when you have a strong batch of songs, many of which Billy co-wrote with Mitch Stephens.

Singing about American life, Billy describes the passage from adolescence to responsible adulthood with affection and understanding on “Been-There Done-That Years.” “Sweet iced tea is more my style,” he sings, happy to have traded la vida loca for something more real and permanent.

Another favorite is “She Just Wants to Dance,” which was recently featured on The Other Side, a weekly program on the top San Antonio country station KJ-97.A vivid story, it’s about a beautiful young woman who’s a great dance partner but thinks twice before getting involved with any of the Romeos who approach her.
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