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Ernest TubbErnest Tubb Ernest Tubb American country singer (1914–1984) Ernest Dale Tubb (February 9, 1914 – September 6, 1984),[2] nicknamed the Texas Troubadour, was an American singer and songwriter and one of the pioneers of country music. His biggest career hit song, "Walking the Floor Over You" (1941), marked the rise of the honky-tonk style of music.[3] Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Ernest Tubb Tubb, c. 1964 Background information Birth name Ernest Dale Tubb Also known as The Texas Troubadour Born (1914-02-09)February 9, 1914 Crisp, Texas, U.S. Died September 6, 1984(1984-09-06) (aged 70) Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. Genres Country honky-tonk[1] Occupation(s) Singer-songwriter, bandleader Instrument(s) Vocals, guitar Works Ernest Tubb discography Years active 1936–1982 Labels Bluebird, Decca, First Generation Close In… (Source: Wikipedia)
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