Songs Written by Ric CarteyTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Whaley Thomas Cartey better known as Ric Cartey (18 January 1937 – 5 August 2009) was an American rockabilly musician and songwriter. He was born in born in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. He formed a duo with guitarist Charlie Broome performing locally. Ric and Charlie's band was called the Jiv-A-Tones. He was most famously a co-writer with Carole Joyner of the hit "Young Love", a popular song published in 1956. First released as a single by him and his band... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Ric Cartey first charted in 1956 with Young Love.The artist placed 6 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 2 of which reached the Top‑10, including 2 number‑ones.The artist scored 3 UK Top‑75 entries, including 2 Top‑10 placements, including 2 number‑ones.On US Country the artist achieved 1 number‑one.On US RnB the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s.