Songs Written by Jay McShannTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

James Columbus "Jay" McShann (January 12, 1916 – December 7, 2006) was an American jazz pianist, vocalist, composer, and bandleader. He led bands in Kansas City, Missouri, that included Charlie Parker, Bernard Anderson, Walter Brown, and Ben Webster. == Early life and education == McShann was born in Muskogee, Oklahoma, and was nicknamed Hootie. During his youth he taught himself how to play the piano through observing his sister's piano lessons and trying to practice tunes he heard off the... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Jay McShann first charted in 1949 with Buttermilk.On US RnB the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s, 1 of which peaked at number‑one.