Webb Pierce
Country music singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
August 8th, 1921
104 years ago
Died
February 24th, 1991
34 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in the country music scene, this singer-songwriter gained popularity during the 1950s and 1960s. Known for a honky-tonk style, produced numerous chart-topping hits. Some of the most popular songs include "In the Jailhouse Now" and "Love, Love, Love." Also created a distinctive image with flashy suits and a flashy personality. Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame for significant contributions to the genre.
Released 13 No. 1 hits on the Billboard country charts
Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2001
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