His raw, back-to-basics style was a major influence on bands like The White Stripes.
Rockabilly
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He straddled the line between outlaw country, rockabilly, and punk, resulting in psychobilly music.
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He also co-wrote hit songs for Helen Reddy, Tanya Tucker, and Glen Campbell.
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His hits included “Long Blond Hair” and “Honey Let’s Go (To a Rock and Roll Show).”
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His song “Butterfly” was a number one hit in 1957.
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Roy Orbison added a uniquely dark and mysterious voice…
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He helped shape rock n’ roll with hits including “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Going On.”
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His bestselling album was 1981’s “Are You Gonna Be The One.”
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He wrote the Buddy Holly hit “Rave On.”
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He is credited with co-writing “Peggy Sue” and “That’ll Be the Day.”
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