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Lefty Frizzell

The definitive honky tonk singer whose work informed nearly every hard country vocalist who followed him.
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Artists Moods

  • Bittersweet
  • Cheerful
  • Earnest
  • Earthy
  • Exuberant
  • Freewheeling
  • Plaintive
  • Poignant
  • Wistful
  • Confident
  • Laid-Back/Mellow
  • Relaxed
  • Searching
  • Warm
  • Yearning
  • Carefree
  • Fun
  • Reflective
  • Whimsical
  • Joyous
  • Light
  • Melancholy
  • Passionate
  • Playful
  • Reserved
  • Rustic
  • Sad
  • Soothing
  • Weary
  • Gentle
  • Lively
  • Rollicking
  • Sentimental
  • Amiable/Good-Natured

Artists Themes

  • Drinking
  • Road Trip
  • Heartache
  • Late Night
  • Reflection
  • Long Walk
  • Reminiscing

Lefty Frizzell - Artist Details

Active

1950s - 1970s

Born

March 31, 1928 in Corsicana, TX

Died

July 19, 1975 in Nashville, TN

Genre

Country Pop/Rock Rap

Styles

Honky Tonk Traditional Country

Also Known As

William Orville Frizzell
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