Songs Written by Gaynel HodgeTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Gaynel Hodge (January 4, 1937 – June 3, 2020) was an American recording artist, songwriter and pianist. He co-wrote the platinum hit 1950s song, "Earth Angel", and was a founding member and musical director of The Platters, The Turks, and The Hollywood Flames. == Biography == Of African American heritage, Gaynel Hodge was born in Los Angeles, California, and was involved in doo-wop, rhythm and blues and jazz from his earliest years. He began writing songs and playing piano professionally... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Gaynel Hodge first charted in 1954 with Earth Angel (Will You Be Mine).The artist placed 5 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, one of which reached the Top‑10.The artist scored 1 UK Top‑75 entries, including a single Top‑10 placement.On US AC the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US RnB the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s, 1 of which peaked at number‑one.