Walk On By

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Year
1961
Peak Position
#5
Weeks on Chart
16
Total Ratings
0

Song Info:
"Wake On By" is a country music song written by Kendall Hayes and performed by Leroy Van Dyke. It was released as a single in 1961 and became a massive hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and number five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song's success helped Van Dyke establish himself as a prominent figure in the country music scene.


Artist Bio:
Leroy Van Dyke is an American country music singer and guitarist born on October 4, 1929, in Mora, Missouri. He is best known for his hit song "Walk On By," which propelled him to stardom in 1961. Van Dyke's career spans several decades, during which he released numerous albums and singles, with some of his other notable songs including "If a Woman Answers (Hang Up the Phone)" and "The Auctioneer." Van Dyke's contributions to country music have earned him a place in the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame.

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