Songs Written by Roy AcuffTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Roy Claxton Acuff (September 15, 1903 – November 23, 1992) was an American country music singer, fiddler, and promoter. Known as the "King of Country Music", Acuff is often credited with moving the genre from its early string band and "hoedown" format to the singer-based format that helped make it internationally successful. In 1952, Hank Williams told Ralph Gleason, "He's the biggest singer this music ever knew. You booked him and you didn't worry about crowds. For drawing power in... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Roy Acuff first charted in 1944 with Write Me Sweetheart.On US Country the artist achieved 3 Top‑10s.