Benny Barnes (singer)
American singer-songwriter / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Benjamin Milam Barnes, Jr. (January 1, 1934 – August 8, 1985[2]) was an American country music singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He is best known for his 1956 hit "Poor Man's Riches".
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Birth name | Benjamin Milam Barnes, Jr.[1] |
Born | (1934-01-01)January 1, 1934[2] Beaumont, Texas, U.S. |
Died | August 8, 1985(1985-08-08) (aged 51)[2] |
Genres | Country |
Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
Years active | 1956–1977 |
Labels | Starday, Mercury, Playboy |
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