Songs Written by Mort ShumanTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Mortimer Shuman (November 12, 1938 – November 2, 1991) was an American singer, pianist and songwriter, best known as co-writer of many 1960s rock and roll hits, including "Viva Las Vegas". He also wrote and sang many songs in French, such as "Le Lac Majeur", "Papa-Tango-Charly", "Sha Mi Sha", "Un Été de Porcelaine", and "Brooklyn by the Sea" which became hits in France and several other European countries. Shuman wrote over 500 songs, including those for Ben E. King, Elvis... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Mort Shuman first charted in 1957 with Love Roller Coaster.The artist placed 60 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 12 of which reached the Top‑10, including 2 number‑ones.The artist scored 45 UK Top‑75 entries, including 20 Top‑10 placements, including 5 number‑ones.On US AC the artist achieved 6 Top‑10s, 2 of which went to number‑one.On US Country the artist achieved 3 Top‑10s.On US Rock the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US RnB the artist achieved 9 Top‑10s, 1 of which hit number‑one.