Marijohn Wilkin
American songwriter (1920–2006)
Died aged 86CancerUnited States
Biography
Marijohn Wilkin (née Melson, formerly Russell, later Selman; July 14, 1920 – October 28, 2006) was an American songwriter, famous in country music for writing a number of hits such as "One Day At a Time" and "The Long Black Veil". Wilkin won numerous awards over the years and was referred to as "The Den Mother of Music Row," as chronicled in her 1978 biography Lord, Let Me Leave a Song (authored with Darryl E. Hicks). It was honored as “One of the 100 Most Important Books about Nashville’s Music Industry.”
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Career highlights
Notable works
- One Day at a Time
Genres
- gospel music
Instruments
- guitar
- voice
Family
- Children
- John Buck Wilkin
Quick answers about Marijohn Wilkin
- How old was Marijohn Wilkin?
- Marijohn Wilkin died on October 28, 2006 at the age of 86.
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- Marijohn Wilkin was born on July 14, 1920.
- Where was Marijohn Wilkin born?
- Marijohn Wilkin was born in Kemp.
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- Marijohn Wilkin's zodiac sign is Cancer.
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- Marijohn Wilkin is a citizen of United States.
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- Marijohn Wilkin is known as singer, songwriter.
- How many children did Marijohn Wilkin have?
- Wikidata lists 1 child of Marijohn Wilkin.
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