Songs Written by Bo DiddleyTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Ellas Otha Bates (December 30, 1928 – June 2, 2008), known professionally as Bo Diddley, was an American guitarist, singer and songwriter who played a key role in the transition from the blues to rock and roll. He influenced many artists, including Buddy Holly, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Animals, George Thorogood, Syd Barrett, Tom Petty, and the Clash. His use of African rhythms and a signature beat, a simple five-accent hambone rhythm, is a cornerstone of hip hop,... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Bo Diddley first charted in 1955 with Bo Diddley / I'm a Man.The artist placed 14 songs on the Billboard Hot 100.The artist scored 7 UK Top‑75 entries, including 2 Top‑10 placements.On US Rock the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US RnB the artist achieved 6 Top‑10s, 2 of which went to number‑one.