Michael

Song Info:
"Michael" by The Highwaymen was released as a single in 1961. The song was written by Jimmy Carroll and Norman Gimbel. It was a part of their self-titled debut album, which was released the same year. The single received positive reception and peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Artist Bio:
The Highwaymen were an American folk music group formed in 1958. The group consisted of four members: Dave Fisher, Steve Butts, Chan Daniels, and Bob Burnett. They gained popularity in the early 1960s with their close harmony singing and acoustic sound. The Highwaymen released several albums and singles throughout their career, with "Michael" being one of their most successful songs. They continued to perform and record music together until disbanding in 1964.