McWilliams, Elsie, 1896-1985

Dates:
Birth 1896-06-01
Death 1985

Biographical notes:

Country music songwriter. Born June 1, 1896. Known for her work as Jimmie Rodgers' songwriter. Wrote or co-wrote with Rodgers many of the songs he recorded, including "Daddy and Home," "I'm Lonely and Blue," "Tuck Away My Lonesome Blues," "Home Call," "My Rough and Rowdy Ways," and "Nobody Knows But Me." Member, Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.

From the description of Oral history interview with Elsie McWilliams; 1974 May 23; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1974 May 23. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841055

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Subjects:

  • Composers
  • Country music
  • Country music
  • Lyricists
  • Women composers

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Places:

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