Songs Written by Wynonie HarrisTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Wynonie Harris (August 24, 1915 – June 14, 1969) was an American blues shouter best remembered as a singer of upbeat songs, featuring humorous, often ribald lyrics. He had fifteen Top 10 hits between 1946 and 1952. Harris is attributed by many music scholars to be one of the founding fathers of rock and roll. His "Good Rocking Tonight" is mentioned at least as a precursor to rock and roll. His dirty blues repertoire included "Lolly Pop Mama" (1948), "I... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Wynonie Harris first charted in 1946 with Wynonie's Blues.On US RnB the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s, 1 of which peaked at number‑one.