Kenneth Lorin Darby (May 13, 1909 – January 24, 1992) was an American composer, vocal arranger, lyricist, and conductor. His film scores were recognized by the awarding of three Academy Awards and one Grammy Award. Darby is also notable as the author of The Brownstone House of Nero Wolfe (1983), a biography of the home of Rex Stout's fictional detective. == Personal life == Kenneth Lorin Darby was born in Hebron, Nebraska, on May 13, 1909, to Lorin Edward Darby... [more on Wikipedia]
As a songwriter, Ken Darby first charted in 1954 with River of No Return.The artist placed 8 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, one of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.The artist scored 4 UK Top‑75 entries.On US AC the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US Country the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s.On US RnB the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.
Top songs: #1: Love Me Tender - #2: Love Me Tender - #3: This Friendly World - #4: The Bus Stop Song (A Paper of Pins) - #5: Poor Boy
#5 Poor Boy
Elvis Presley
Love Me Tender
Elvis Presley
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