The Big Bopper
Singer-songwriter of 'Chantilly Lace'
Born
October 24th, 1930
94 years ago
Died
1959
66 years ago — 29 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in the early rock and roll era, a singer-songwriter and guitarist contributed significantly to the music scene in the late 1950s. Celebrated for the hit single 'Chantilly Lace', the artist became an iconic symbol of rock music's initial wave. In addition to performing, wrote songs for other artists, helping shape the rock and roll genre. Tragically, a plane crash in 1959 claimed the life, cutting short a burgeoning career.
Released the hit single 'Chantilly Lace'
Wrote songs for prominent artists in the genre
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