What is timothy by the buoys?

"Timothy" is a song by the rock band The Buoys, released in 1971. It tells the story of three miners who become trapped in a mine after a cave-in, and their desperate attempts to survive. The song was controversial due to its dark subject matter, and was banned by some radio stations. Despite this, it became a hit, reaching #17 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song was written by Buoys member Rupert Holmes, who would later become known for his hit single "Escape (The Piña Colada Song)".