Bobby Goldsboro

Singer-songwriter, 'Honey' artist

Bobby Goldsboro - Singer-songwriter, 'Honey' artist
Born

January 18th, 1941
84 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1941, this American singer-songwriter and guitarist is recognized for crafting sentimental pop songs. Achieving significant success during the 1960s and 1970s, the artist's music often featured emotional storytelling. The single 'Honey' topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1968, establishing a lasting legacy in the pop music genre. Goldsboro also produced television specials and performed extensively, contributing to the musical landscape of the era.

Released the hit single 'Honey'

Produced and hosted 'The Bobby Goldsboro Show'

Charted several songs on the Billboard Hot 100

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