Johnny Burnette

Johnny Burnette was an influential American singer and songwriter best known for pioneering rockabilly, a blend of rock and country music, in the 1950s. His energetic performances and distinctive vocal style helped shape early rock and roll. Burnette's hit songs include "Train Kept A-Rollin'" and "You're Sixteen." Though his career was cut short by a tragic car accident in 1964 at age 30, his work left a lasting impact on popular music, influencing future generations of musicians in the rock and roll genre.