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"Cat's in the Cradle" is a folk-rock song by Harry Chapin, from his fourth studio album, Verities & Balderdash(1974). The single topped the US Billboard Hot 100 in December 1974. As Chapin's only #1 song, it became the best known of his work and a staple for folk-rock music. Chapin's recording of the song was nominated for the 1975 Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance and was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2011. The song's lyrics began as a poem written by Chapin's wife Sandra "Sandy" Gaston. The poem itself was inspired by the awkward relationship between her first husband, James Cashmore, and his father John. She was also inspired by a country music song she had heard on the radio. Chapin also said the song was about his own relationship with his son Josh, admitting, "Frankly, this song scares me to death." In 1992 Ugly Kid Joe covered the song on their debut album, America's Least Wanted"(1993). It experienced commercial success becoming a top-10 hit in numerous countries along with a music video. Sadly, Harry Chapin's journey was cut short on July 16, 1981, when his vehicle was struck from behind by a semi-trailer truck. He was en route to perform a free benefit concert that evening in New York. Thanks for watching and commenting, and hopefully liking and subscribing! Kindest regards, Steve
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