Doug Supernaw
Country music singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
Died
2020
5 years ago — 60 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A country music singer-songwriter and guitarist, contributed significantly to the country genre in the 1990s. Released several albums, with breakthrough hits such as 'I Don't Call Him Daddy' and 'Nightlight', showcasing a traditional country sound. Gained recognition for storytelling lyrics combined with a distinctive vocal style. Had multiple albums chart on the Billboard Country charts, further solidifying a place in country music.
Released hit songs like 'I Don't Call Him Daddy'
Charted multiple albums on the Billboard Country charts
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