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Dave Dudley: Biography, Facts and Career

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Dave Dudley
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Dave Dudley (May 3, 1928 – December 22, 2003) was an American country music singer best known for his truck-driving country anthems of the 1960s and 1970s and his somewhat-slurred bass. His signature song was "Six Days on the Road", and he is also remembered for "Vietnam Blues", "Truck Drivin' Son-of-a-Gun", and "Me and Ol' C.B.". His other recordings include a duet with Tom T. Hall, "Day Drinking", and his own top-10 hit, "Fireball Rolled a Seven", supposedly based on the career and death of Edward Glenn "Fireball" Roberts.

Quick facts about Dave Dudley

  • Full name: Dave Dudley
  • Born: 1928-05-03
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q1173181

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Who is Dave Dudley?

Dave Dudley (May 3, 1928 – December 22, 2003) was an American country music singer best known for his truck-driving country anthems of the 1960s and 1970s and his somewhat-slurred bass.

What nationality is Dave Dudley?

Dave Dudley is United States.

When was Dave Dudley born?

Dave Dudley was born on 1928-05-03.

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