Remembering singer and songwriter Mel Tillis, who was born on August 8, 1932 in Tampa, Florida. Mel had an incredible career, writing and/or recording hit songs from the 1950's to the 2000's. As a songwriter, he worked with the best in the business, people like Webb Pierce, Jack Greene, Waylon Jennings and many more. As a solo artist, Mel's biggest success came in the 1970's, starting with a #1 in 1972 with "I Ain't Never" (originally recorded by Webb Pierce). He was named the CMA Entertainer of

Remembering Mel Tillis . Aug 8th 1932 Born on this day in Dover, Florida, was Mel Tillis, country music singer who scored the 1972 US #1 ‘I Ain’t Never’. His biggest success occurred in the 1970s as part of the outlaw country movement, with a long list of Top 10 hits. . Tills is also known for his hits “Good Woman Blues”, and “Coca-Cola Cowboy”. Though he always spoke with a stammer, it never affected his singing voice. Tillis died on November 19 2017 age 82.. . Lonnie Melvin Tillis (August 8, 1

Mel Tillis had an incredibly successful Country Music career both as an artist and as a songwriter. He became a member of the Grand Ole Opry and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. As far as his band is concerned, there have been several members that you'd likely recognize such as Buddy Cannon, Paul Franklin, and Hoot Hester.. Watch this video of Mel Tillis performing "I Believe in You" from the Marty Robbins Spotlight show. More FULL. VIDEOS are available at https://tinyurl.com/CF