Songs Written by Bill MonroeTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography
William Smith Monroe ( mən-ROH; September 13, 1911 – September 9, 1996) was an American mandolinist, singer, and songwriter who created the bluegrass music genre. For this reason, he is often called the "Father of Bluegrass". The genre takes its name from his band, the Blue Grass Boys, who named their group for the bluegrass of Monroe's home state of Kentucky. He described the genre as "Scottish bagpipes and ole-time fiddlin'. It's Methodist and Holiness and Baptist. It's blues and... [more on Wikipedia]
As a songwriter, Bill Monroe first charted in 1946 with Kentucky Waltz.On US Country the artist achieved 3 Top‑10s, 2 of which went to number‑one.
Top songs: #1: Kentucky Waltz - #2: Kentucky Waltz - #3: Uncle Pen - #4: Little Community Church - #5: Sweetheart You Done Me Wrong
