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John Joseph Burnette (March 25, 1934 – August 14, 1964) was an American singer and songwriter of rockabilly and pop music. In 1952, Johnny, his brother Dorsey Burnette, and their mutual friend Paul Burlison, formed the band that became known as the Rock and Roll Trio. His career was cut short on August 14, 1964, when he drowned following a boat accident, aged 30. He is the father of 1980s rockabilly singer Rocky Burnette. == Early life == Johnny Burnette... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Johnny Burnette first charted in 1957 with Waitin' in School.The artist placed 6 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 2 of which reached the Top‑10.The artist scored 2 UK Top‑75 entries.On US Country the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US RnB the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.