Sovine, Red

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Birth 1917-07-17
Death 1980-04-04

Biographical notes:

Country performer. Born July 17, 1918. Died April 4, 1980. Real name: Woodrow Wilson Sovine. Singer and songwriter, specialized in recitations. Career most active late 1950s-early 1970s. His songwriting-recording credits include "Little Rosa," "Phantom 309," "Giddyup Go," and "Teddy Bear." He also wrote hits for other artists, including "Missing You," recorded by Jim Reeves, and "Why Baby Why," recorded by Webb Pierce.

From the description of Oral history interview with Red Sovine; 1975 September 3; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1975 Sept. 3; (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841332

From the description of Oral history interview with Red Sovine; 1975 November 3; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1975 Nov. 3. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841331

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Subjects:

  • Country music
  • Country musicians
  • Country musicians

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  • United States (as recorded)
  • United States (as recorded)