Who sang A white sport coat and a pink carnation?

Answer 1

"A White Sport Coat" was a huge hit for Marty Robbins in 1957. Robbins is rightfully remembered as a country singer, but he had several crossover hits which sold well to the pop market, beginning with this one. In 1957 rock & roll was in its infancy and rockabilly was one of the seminal forces that shaped the genre. Marty Robbins, like several of his traditional country contemporaries sold well to the rock & roll market during these times. The list of primarily country artists with big hits on Top 40 radio is, of course, much too exhaustive to try and quantify here, but it starts with Elvis (yes, Elvis) and moves on to Carl Perkins, Sonny James, Guy Mitchell, "Tennessee" Ernie Ford, Don Chrrry, Ferlin Husky, Conway Twitty, and Stonewall Jackson, to name but a few. Mercifully, this trend of pure country crossovers did not contine. Unfortunately, however, rockabilly, with its energy and innovation, died along with it. More's the pity.

Answer 2

The song A White Sport Coat (and a Pink Carnation) was written by Marty Robbins and released in 1957.

Answer 3

It was a 1957 rock and roll song with words and music both written by Marty Robbins.

Answer 4

Yes, he did. Sonny James was one of several artists who sang A White Sport Coat and a Pink Carnation. The song was originally written and recorded by Marty Robbins.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

Marty Robbins.

Answer 7

No, it was Marty Robbins in 1957

Answer 8

Marty Robbins in 1957.

Answer 9

It was written and sang by Marty Robbins.

Answer 10

Marty robbins