Publicity photo of singer, songwriter and musician Marty Robbins. Image by AMD Inc.-management, via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed Public domain |
Marty RobbinsMarty Robbins, born Martin David Robinson on September 26, 1925, was an influential American country singer and songwriter noted for his nearly four-decade career spanning from the late 1940s until his death in 1982. He achieved significant fame for Western ballads, particularly his Grammy-winning hit "El Paso," and became one of the leading figures in country music, having recorded over 500 songs and received multiple accolades, including induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame. In addition to his music career, Robbins was an avid race car driver, participating in NASCAR events. His legacy includes enduring popularity in pop culture, with many of his songs covered by other artists. (Source: Wikipedia)
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