Songs Written by Billy BasketteTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

William James Baskette (October 20, 1884 – November 8, 1949) was an American pianist and composer who wrote popular songs of the Tin Pan Alley era. He also wrote one of the most successful World War I war songs, "Good Bye Broadway, Hello France". Baskette was born in Henderson, Kentucky. His career in music began as a bassist in a circus band. He also was involved in vaudeville performances as a dancer and a pianist. Later, he became a staff... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Billy Baskette first charted in 1917 with Hawaiian Butterfly.The artist placed 8 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 7 of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.