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Fats Domino

rock and roll · 1956–1994

Fats Domino
📷 Heinrich Klaffs · CC BY-SA 2.0

Fats Domino was an American singer-songwriter and pianist known for his contributions to rock and roll, rhythm and blues, boogie-woogie, and jazz. Hailing from New Orleans, he made waves with his unique rolling piano style and catchy melodies. Signing with Imperial Records, he gained fame with hits like "Ain't That a Shame," "Blueberry Hill," and "Walking to New Orleans." His music blended infectious rhythms and heartfelt lyrics, capturing the spirit of his time. Fats Domino remains a foundational figure in shaping the sound of early rock and roll, leaving behind a legacy that reminds us of the joy and vibrancy of a musical era now woven into our cultural fabric.

The facts

  • United States
  • rock and roll, rhythm and blues, boogie-woogie
  • On Imperial, London Records, Mercury Records

Fats Domino in the crate

Ain't That a Shame
Fats Domino1956
Walking to New Orleans
Fats Domino1960
Let the Four Winds Blow
Fats Domino1961
Blueberry Hill
Fats Domino1994

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