There were some oddball records that became hits in the 60's. Certainly one of the oddest, and a Top 5 UK single, was credited to Whistling Jack Smith, who didn't exist. Some say it was actually Noel Walker, the record's producer. Others claim it was done by British session singer John O'Neill, who also sang the the theme to TV's "Wagon Train." Regardless, the live gigs were lip synched (whistle synched?) by Coby Wells. BTW, a batman (note the lower case) is English slang for a military valet. Much of the song's US popularity was mistakenly attributed to a guy in a cape and tights. Video is from the German "Beat Club" show.
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