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Sheldon Allan Silverstein (; September 25, 1930 – May 10, 1999) was an American writer, cartoonist, songwriter, and musician. Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Silverstein briefly attended college before being drafted into the United States Army. During his rise to prominence in the 1950s, his illustrations were published in various newspapers and magazines, including the adult-oriented Playboy. He also wrote a satirical, adult-oriented alphabet book, Uncle Shelby's ABZ Book. As a children's author, some of his most acclaimed works... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Shel Silverstein first charted in 1964 with Workin' It Out.The artist placed 11 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 4 of which reached the Top‑10.The artist scored 6 UK Top‑75 entries, including 2 Top‑10 placements.On US AC the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s, 1 of which peaked at number‑one.On US Country the artist achieved 11 Top‑10s, 3 of which went to number‑one.