Jerry Jeff Walker
Jerry Jeff Walker (born Ronald Clyde Crosby; March 16, 1942 – October 23, 2020) was an American country and folk singer-songwriter. He was a leading figure in the progressive country and outlaw country music movement. He was best known for having written the 1968 song "Mr. Bojangles".
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Ronald Clyde Crosby |
| Also known as | Gypsy Songman |
| Born | March 16, 1942 Oneonta, New York, U.S. |
| Died | October 23, 2020 (aged 78) Austin, Texas, U.S. |
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| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, harmonica |
| Years active | 1967–2018 |
| Labels | Tried & True Music |
| Website | jerryjeff |
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