Sonny Burns
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Biography
Sonny Burns, born on September 19, 1930 in Nacogdoches, Texas, is an American country and rockabilly singer. He began his career with Eddie Noack's band before moving to Galveston and joining the KNUZ Houston Hometown Jamboree radio show. In 1954, Burns met George Jones during a performance at a friendâs house. The two became close friends and performed together in small clubs and bars. That same year, Burns signed with Starday Records and released his first singles "Heartbroken Me" and "Tell Her", which were well-received. His solo release "Real Cool Cat", featuring Hal Harris on guitar, became one of his most notable tracks. Despite initial success, Sonny Burns' career faced challenges due to Jones' rising fame and his own struggles with alcoholism. In the 1960s, he signed with United Artists but saw limited success. He passed away in Nacogdoches, Texas, on October 21, 1992.
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- Track Popularity
- Brick and Mortar
- A Real Cool Cat
- Invitations (To Your Wedding)
- Waltzing With Sin
- If You See My Baby
- Too Hot to Handle
- A Place for Girls Like You
- It's Easier Said Than Done
- Frown of the Moon
- Tho' You're in My Arms
- Another Woman Looking for a Man
- Girl of the Streets
- You'll Look a Long Time
- Let's Change Sweethearts
- Satan's a Waitin'
- I'm Not Long for This World
- Heart Like a Dollar Sign
- Tell Her
- Powder and Paint
- Think Again
- Six Feet of Earth
- Blue Blue Rain
