Songs Written by Tom JansTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Tom Jans (February 9, 1948 – March 25, 1984) was an American folk singer-songwriter and guitarist from San Jose, California. He is perhaps best known for his song "Loving Arms" (also known as "Lovin' Arms"), which was recorded initially by Kris Kristofferson and Rita Coolidge, and notably covered by Dobie Gray, Elvis Presley, Jon English and Petula Clark. == Early life == The son of a farmer, Tom Jans was raised near San Jose. Jans's paternal grandmother had been involved... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Tom Jans first charted in 1973 with Loving Arms.The artist placed 4 songs on the Billboard Hot 100.The artist scored 1 UK Top‑75 entries.On US AC the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s.On US Country the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s.