American singer-songwriter
Born: January 2, 1936
Died: October 25
Roger Miller (January 2, 1936 – October 25, 1992) was an American singer-songwriter celebrated for his unique blend of country, pop, and novelty music. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, and raised in Erick, Oklahoma, Miller endured a challenging childhood marked by poverty. He found solace in music, learning guitar and fiddle, with early guidance from his cousin’s husband, Sheb Wooley.
After serving in the U.S. Army, Miller moved to Nashville in 1957 to pursue a music career. He initially gained recognition as a songwriter, penning hits like “Billy Bayou” and “Home” for Jim Reeves, and “Invitation to the Blues” for Ray Price.
In the mid-1960s, Miller achieved fame as a performer with chart-topping songs such as “Dang Me,” “King of the Road,” and “England Swings.” His witty lyrics and innovative style earned him multiple Grammy Awards and a place in country music history.
Beyond recording, Miller contributed to film and theater. He wrote and performed songs for Disney’s 1973 animated film “Robin Hood” and composed the music and lyrics for the 1985 Tony Award-winning Broadway musical “Big River,” based on Mark Twain’s “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.”
Miller’s career was cut short when he died from lung cancer in 1992. He was posthumously inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1995, solidifying his legacy as one of the most versatile and influential artists in American music.
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