MAN AND BOY - BILL COSBY

This rare soundtrack album accompanies the western drama Man and Boy, starring Bill Cosby. Although Cosby headlines the film, he did not compose the score—that was the trombonist/composer J. J. Johnson, with Quincy Jones overseeing the music. The album blends soulful vocals by Bill Withers alongside instrumental funk, country‑soul, harmonica‑tinged drumming, and western motifs. It’s considered a standout among early‑’70s crossover soundtracks and is often highlighted by collectors for its moody yet rhythmic style ().

📀 Probable Tracklist (per Blaxploitation.com listing) ()

• Theme From “Man And Boy” – “Better Days” (sung by Bill Withers)

• Slo‑Mo

• Emancipation Procrastination

• Pull, Jubal, Pull

• Man And Boy (Main Title)

• Country Soul

• Rosita

• Trekkin’

• Hard Times

• Mister (Lee Christmas Theme)

• Man And Boy (End Title)