"Elusive Butterfly" is a popular song by Bob Lind released which reached #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 in March 1966. The song was originally the B-side of 23-year-old Bob Lind's recording debut "Cheryl's Goin' Home", but the record was flipped by a DJ on Florida radio station WQAM and this kick-started the success of "Elusive Butterfly". "Cheryl's Goin' Home" was subsequently a minor British hit for UK pop singer Adam Faith in October 1966. The prominent string arrangement on "Elusive Butterfly" was by legendary Jack Nitzsche, known for his work with The Rolling Stones. With this song, Bob Lind gave World Pacific Records its one and only big hit. Bob Lind's debut album, "Don't Be Concerned," borrowed its title from a line in the song – "Don't be concerned, it will not harm you." Lind’s solo career lost impetus after "Elusive Butterfly" and problems with drugs and alcohol made matters worse. Lind continues performing and touring, however, and over 200 artists have covered his songs.
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