Songs Written by George WyleTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

George Wyle (born Bernard Weissman; March 22, 1916 – May 2, 2003) was an American orchestra leader and composer best known for having written the theme song to 1960s television sitcom Gilligan's Island. He is the grandfather of musician Adam Levy. == Early years == Wyle was born to a Jewish family. In the late 1940s and early 1950s his orchestra served as backup for a number of Columbia Records singers, including Doris Day. Some of the recordings (including "I... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, George Wyle first charted in 1948 with Caramba! It's the Samba.The artist placed 22 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 9 of which reached the Top‑10.The artist scored 17 UK Top‑75 entries, including 4 Top‑10 placements, including 1 number‑one.On US AC the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US Country the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US RnB the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.