Songs Written by Mentor WilliamsTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Mentor Ralph Williams (June 11, 1946 – November 16, 2016) was an American songwriter and producer. He is best known for writing "Drift Away", a popular song first performed by Mike Berry in 1972 and popularized by Dobie Gray the following year, and has since been covered by multiple artists. He also co-wrote the chart-topping song "When We Make Love", recorded by the American country music band Alabama in 1984. He was the brother of songwriter and actor Paul Williams.... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Mentor Williams first charted in 1973 with Drift Away.The artist placed 5 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 2 of which reached the Top‑10.The artist scored 3 UK Top‑75 entries.On US AC the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s, 1 of which peaked at number‑one.On US Country the artist achieved 4 Top‑10s, 1 of which went to number‑one.