Artist Bio:
B.J. Thomas, born Billy Joe Thomas, was an American singer best known for his hits in the pop, country, and Christian music genres. He was born on August 7, 1942, in Hugo, Oklahoma, and raised in Houston, Texas. Thomas gained widespread popularity in the late 1960s and early 1970s with songs like "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head," which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for its inclusion in the film "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid."
Throughout his career, Thomas released numerous albums and singles that achieved chart success, including "Hooked on a Feeling" and "I Just Can't Help Believing." He also ventured into country music, earning hits with songs like "(Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song." Thomas was a versatile artist who continued to perform and record music up until his passing on May 29, 2021, leaving behind a legacy of timeless hits and a distinctive voice that resonated with audiences across different genres.
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