James Taylor wrote and recorded it while he was signed to Apple Records in London. It is widely considered an unofficial state anthem for North Carolina and features Paul McCartney on bass and Peter Asher on tambourine.

Released on December 6, 1968, it was the first recording by a non-British artist released by Apple Records, and would also be Taylor's only release on that label. The album was released under the title First Album on the South African market.

Here is my cover of it. Thank you for your listen and any comments.