How Norman Greenbaum Wrote ‘Spirit in the Sky’ in 15 MinutesHow Norman Greenbaum Wrote ‘Spirit in the Sky’ in 15 MinutesHe recalls lyrics coming together quickly, including a line that offended some people.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
'Spirit in the Sky''Spirit in the Sky'Norman Greenbaum's 1969 hit "Spirit in the Sky" is, along with Nena's "99 Luftballons" and Lipps, Inc.'s "Funkytown," one of the definitive one-hit wonders of the rock era.Dave LiftonDave Lifton
Norman Greenbaum InjuredNorman Greenbaum InjuredThe singer was a passenger in a car when it was hit by a motorcycle. Dave LiftonDave Lifton