Roy Orbison Top Songs Greatest Hits and Chart Singles Discography

Roy Kelton Orbison (April 23, 1936 – December 6, 1988) was an American singer, songwriter and guitarist known for his distinctive and powerful voice, complex song structures, and dark, emotional ballads. Orbison's most successful periods were in the early 1960s and the late 1980s. Many of Orbison's songs conveyed vulnerability at a time when most male performers projected strength. He performed with minimal motion and in black clothes, matching his dyed black hair and dark sunglasses. Born in Texas, Orbison... [more on Wikipedia]

Roy Orbison began charting in 1956 with Ooby Dooby.The artist placed 30 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 10 of which reached the Top‑10, including 2 number‑ones.The artist scored 37 UK Top‑75 entries, including 14 Top‑10 placements, including 3 number‑ones.On US AC the artist achieved 4 Top‑10s, 1 of which went to number‑one.On US Country the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US Rock the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US RnB the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.