American Songwriter

5 Songs by Famous Artists That Feature the Late Dr. John

Mac Rebennack, the legendary New Orleans singer and piano player better known by his stage name, Dr. John, passed away on this day (June 6) in 2019 at age 77. Dr. John began his musical career as a ...
American Songwriter

Robert John, Singer of the No. 1 Hit Song “Sad Eyes,” Dead at 79

While most singers spend years trying to land a hit song, Robert John found success at just 12 years old when he released the song “White Bucks and Saddle Shoes.” Releasing the song under the name ...
Rolling Stone

Robert John, Crooner Behind Number One Hit ‘Sad Eyes,’ Dead at 79

Robert John, an itinerant singer-songwriter who was working in construction before scoring a Number One hit with 1979’s “Sad Eyes,” died Monday. He was 79. Michael Pedrick, John’s son, confirmed his ...
Ultimate Classic Rock

‘Sad Eyes’ Singer Robert John Dead at 79

Robert John, the singer who hit No. 1 in 1979 with "Sad Eyes," has died. He was 79. The news was confirmed to Rolling Stone by John's son, Michael Pedrick, who said his dad died on Monday and was ...