Songs Written by Thomas S. AllenTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Thomas S. Allen (1876–1919), an early figure in Tin Pan Alley, was an American vaudeville composer, manager, and violinist. He was born in Natick, Massachusetts, and died in Boston. == Popular songs == In 1902, his popular fusion of schottische and ragtime, "Any Rags," became a major hit. Its companion song is "Scissors to Grind." == Modern impact == "Whip and Spur" (1902) is performed at circuses and rodeos. "Low Bridge, Everybody Down," also known as "Fifteen Years on the... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Thomas S. Allen first charted in 1903 with Any Rags?.The artist placed 2 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 2 of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.