Watch later. It was a chart hit in the band's native UK, reaching number 29 on the UK Singles Chart. Roger Hodgson co-founded Supertramp in 1969 and was the driving force behind what fans call the 14 golden years of the band. "Give a Little Bit" was first written by Hodgson when he was 19 or 20 years old before it was introduced to the band for recording five to six years later. The song was sung by Jesse Siebenberg. Tap to unmute. Copy link. They also played the song in their 70-10 Tour in 2010. The single was re-released in 1992 to raise funds for the ITV Telethon Charity event, but failed to chart. For the first time ever, Roger Hodgson, legendary singer/songwriter and formerly of Supertramp, gave a concert at 4:00AM! What a night! Info. The song was released as a single that same year and became an international hit for the band, peaking at number 15 on the Billboard Pop Singles chart. Share. Roger Hodgson (Supertramp) Give a Little Bit - Smiling Gecko Charity. Shopping. The song has also been performed by Hodgson during his tour with After Hodgson's departure from Supertramp, the band included the song for the first time in their set list in 2002 during their One More for the Road Tour. Hodgson stated that the song was inspired by The Beatles' “"Give a Little Bit" was recorded to be released on the live album After Hodgson had left Supertramp, the song was included in almost all his live performances.