The lyrics, penned by Dixon, draw heavily from regarding the "seventh son of a seventh son," a figure believed to possess innate luck, healing abilities, and "second sight".

Following their split from frontman Wayne Fontana, The Mindbenders leaned into a more sophisticated, keyboard-driven sound.

It was first recorded in 1955 by blues pianist Willie Mabon , followed by a popular jazz version by Mose Allison in 1959. The Mindbenders’ 1966 Rendition