Songs Written by Samuel Francis SmithTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Samuel Francis Smith (October 21, 1808 – November 16, 1895) was an American Baptist minister, journalist, and author. He is best known for having written the lyrics to "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" (sung to the tune of "God Save the King"), which he entitled "America". == Early life and education == Smith was born in Boston, Massachusetts on October 21, 1808. Smith attended Harvard College from 1825 to 1829, and was a classmate of William Henry Channing, James Freeman... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Samuel Francis Smith first charted in 1905 with America.The artist placed 3 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 3 of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.