Songs Written by William WeatherspoonTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

William Henry Weatherspoon (February 11, 1936 – July 17, 2005) was an American songwriter and record producer, best known for his work for Motown Records in the 1960s. He co-wrote "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted", an international hit for Jimmy Ruffin, and many other hit songs. == Biography == He was born in Detroit, Michigan, United States, on February 11, 1936; his younger brother was the actor John Witherspoon. William Weatherspoon began singing in 1956 with a local vocal group,... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, William Weatherspoon first charted in 1966 with What Becomes of the Brokenhearted?.The artist placed 9 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, one of which reached the Top‑10.The artist scored 15 UK Top‑75 entries, including 6 Top‑10 placements, including 1 number‑one.On US AC the artist achieved 1 number‑one.On US RnB the artist achieved 3 Top‑10s.