Question

What was the history behind Bud's name in bud not buddy?

Answer 1

Answer:

The band Bud searches for is named for a band that the author's other grandfather played with, called Herman Curtis and the Dusky Devastators of The Depression.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

Bud is his name because his mother gave him the name "Bud" not "buddy". Bud wants to be called what his mama named him which is "Bud"