Sink The Bismarkby Johnny Horton

Song Info:
"Sink The Bismarck" is a single released by Johnny Horton on May 26, 1960. The song was written by country music songwriter Tillman Franks and Johnny Horton himself. It was inspired by the true story of the sinking of the German battleship Bismarck during World War II and became a commercial success, reaching the number 3 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Artist Bio:
Johnny Horton was an American country music singer known for his historical and patriotic songs. Born on April 30, 1925, in Los Angeles, California, Horton began his music career in the late 1940s. He gained fame in the late 1950s with hits like "The Battle of New Orleans" and "North to Alaska." Horton's music often featured themes of American history, folklore, and the military. Tragically, he died in a car accident on November 5, 1960, shortly after the release of "Sink The Bismarck," leaving behind a legacy of storytelling through his music.