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Anita Carter: Biography, Facts and Career

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Ina Anita Carter (March 31, 1933 – July 29, 1999) was an American singer who played upright bass, guitar, and autoharp. She performed with her sisters, Helen and June, and her mother, Maybelle, initially under the name The Carter Sisters and Mother Maybelle. Carter had three top 10 hits as well as other charting singles. She was the first to record the songs "Blue Boy" and "Ring of Fire". Carter was also a songwriter, most notably co-writing the Johnny Cash hit "Rosanna's Going Wild." Carter recorded for a number of labels, both as a solo artist and with her family, including RCA Victor, Cadence, Columbia, Audiograph, United Artists, Liberty and Capitol.

Quick facts about Anita Carter

  • Full name: Anita Carter
  • Born: 1933-03-31
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q542956

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Who is Anita Carter?

Ina Anita Carter (March 31, 1933 – July 29, 1999) was an American singer who played upright bass, guitar, and autoharp.

What nationality is Anita Carter?

Anita Carter is United States.

When was Anita Carter born?

Anita Carter was born on 1933-03-31.

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