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B.J. Thomas

pop music · 1966–1977

B.J. Thomas
📷 William Morris Agency-management · Public domain

B.J. Thomas was an American singer known for his smooth blend of pop, country, contemporary Christian, and rock music. He found success with memorable tracks like “Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head,” which became an anthem of the era, and his soulful rendition of “I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry.” Thomas also had a knack for capturing heartache in songs like “(Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song” and brought a unique charm to “Hooked On a Feeling.” His versatility allowed him to traverse genres effortlessly, making him a staple on the airwaves and a familiar name in the hearts of music lovers.

The facts

  • United States
  • pop music, country music, contemporary Christian music
  • On Scepter Records, ABC Records, Columbia Records

B.J. Thomas in the crate

I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
B.J. Thomas1966
Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head
B.J. Thomas1968
Hooked On a Feeling
B.J. Thomas1969
(Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
B.J. Thomas1975
Don't Worry Baby
B.J. Thomas1977

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