Lou Smith

Louis Smith (9 March 1928 – 21 October 2007) was a country and western singer who recorded for Top Talent Records at one time, and reportedly had gotten his start into music when the nephew of Tex Ritter, Ken Ritter, heard him perform at a local honky tonk.[1]

Lou Smith
Birth nameLouis Smith
Born(1928-03-09)9 March 1928
Joaquin, Texas
Died21 October 2007(2007-10-21) (aged 79)
GenresCountry
Occupation(s)Singer
InstrumentsGuitar
Years active1960–1961
LabelsKRCO, Salvo

Lou played many of the local Southeast Texas clubs and honky tonks. At one point country legend George Jones sang backup for Lou during Jones' early teens when he was just beginning his career. His notable songs include "My Name is Lou", "I'll Be the One", "Born to Be Lonely", "Always a Winner", and "Close to My Heart".

Singles

Year Single US Country
1960 "Cruel Love" 9
1961 "I'm Wondering" 21

References

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