Come and listen to a story about a coach named Bob

An ex-Mountaineer who collects a lot of sod

Down in Tallahassee he made his claim to fame

But lately things are sour and some kinda think he’s lame

 

Seminoles they are, Former champs, Hard times

 

Well, over 30 years ago when Bobby came to town

The 'Noles gathered up and he took a look around

Satisfied not with the way they played their ball

He took them under wing and prepped them for the fall

 

Tallahassee’s the place, Burt Reynolds, Doak Campbell

 

Five and six was the record but the 'Noles were looking good

Bobby wanted more—that was clearly understood

Whipping up on Florida now 10-2 with ease

The scent of tangerine was hanging heavy in the breeze

 

Winning records, Gator beatings, Bowl bound

 

Moving to the '80s—Bobby’s stock is on the rise

As an independent he says “Try us on for size”

Deion’s flashing gold and his smile’s from ear to ear

But the shiny crystal ball never really venture’s near

 

Road trip bound they head, Flashy pants, Prime Time

 

Entering the '90s and ol Bobby’s on a roll

The 'Noles are running hot and his opposition’s cold

Miami sees it differently they do not sit still you see

Wide Right–one and two-bring lots of misery

 

Narrow uprights they are, Gerry Thomas, Dan Mowrey

 

The ACC’s now home and the schedule’s settled down

Trips to Duke and Clemson make the Carolina’s frown

Now against the Huskers Bobby finally takes his shot

A missed Nebraska field goal gives the Seminoles top spot

 

Family business it is, Terry the Tiger, Charlie Ward

 

The time keeps a marching on—the Bowden Bowl is born

Bobby’s wife is wincing hard when Tommy B is torn.

A winter trip to New Orleans with Weinke in command

Equals one more trophy on the shelf—the legend now in hand

 

Geaux 'Noles they say, Vick gets ripped, A new millennium

 

The future should look brighter but the clouds begin to form

A promotion from within the staff and some now feel forlorn

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