Songs Written by LeadbellyTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Huddie William Ledbetter (January 15, 1888 – December 6, 1949), better known by the stage name Lead Belly, was an American folk and blues singer notable for his strong vocals, virtuosity on the twelve-string guitar, and the folk standards he introduced, including his renditions of "In the Pines" (also known as "Where Did You Sleep Last Night?" and “Black Girl”), "Pick a Bale of Cotton", "Goodnight, Irene", "Black Betty", "Midnight Special", "Cotton Fields", and "Boll Weevil". Ledbetter usually played a... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Leadbelly first charted in 1950 with Goodnight, Irene.The artist placed 16 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 5 of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.The artist scored 9 UK Top‑75 entries, including 5 Top‑10 placements.On US AC the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US Country the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s, 1 of which peaked at number‑one.On US RnB the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.