Billy Joe Walker Jr.

Billy Joe Walker Jr. (February 29, 1952 – July 25, 2017) was an American songwriter, record producer and recording artist. He composed singles for Eddie Rabbitt, including "I Wanna Dance with You", "That's Why I Fell in Love with You" and "B-B-B-Burnin' Up with Love". He produced the first three albums of Bryan White, and for Pam Tillis, Collin Raye and Travis Tritt. He was also a session musician who played guitar. Between 1987 and 1994, he recorded seven solo albums, all for major labels.

Billy Joe Walker Jr.
Also known asBilly Walker Jr.
BornFebruary 29, 1952
Midland, Texas, U.S.
DiedJuly 25, 2017(2017-07-25) (aged 65)
Kerrville, Texas, U.S.
GenresCountry, new-age
Occupation(s)Songwriter, session musician, record producer
Instrument(s)Guitar
Years active1980s–2017
LabelsMCA, DGC, Liberty

Walker died following a period of declining health on July 25, 2017.

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