Artist Bio:
Mitchell Torok was an American country and rockabilly singer-songwriter born on October 28, 1929, in Houston, Texas. He is best known for his hit song "Caribbean" released in 1953, which reached number 2 on the Billboard country chart and number 3 on the Billboard pop chart. The success of "Caribbean" earned Torok a gold record and established him as a prominent figure in the music industry during the 1950s.
Torok continued to release music throughout the 1950s and 1960s, with several of his singles charting on both the country and pop music charts. He also worked as a songwriter, penning songs for various artists in the country and rockabilly genres. Despite not achieving the same level of success as with "Caribbean," Torok's contributions to the music industry during the mid-20th century solidified his place as a respected artist in the country and rockabilly genres. Mitchell Torok passed away on December 25, 2019, leaving behind a legacy of memorable music.
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