Skeeter Davis, born Mary Frances Penick on December 30, 1931, was an American country music singer with a career spanning several decades. She first garnered fame in the 1950s as half of the duo The Davis Sisters alongside Betty Jack Davis, though they were not related. After the tragic death of Betty Jack in a car accident, Skeeter continued on as a solo artist, achieving her greatest success during the 1960s and early 1970s with her crossover pop hits.

Perhaps best known for her emotive and melancholy hit "The End Of The World" (1962), Skeeter Davis's distinct voice and heartfelt performances resonated with both country and pop audiences. In her illustrious career, she earned the title of one of the first women to achieve stardom in the country music genre. Her work included a wide range of recordings, from classic country to pop standards, often infused with a plaintive, sweet quality that became her trademark. Though she faced personal struggles, including multiple divorces and battles with the music industry, her contributions to the genre were significant, influencing many artists who followed. Skeeter passed away on September 19, 2004, but her music continues to be celebrated and discovered by new generations of fans through posthumous releases and compilations that testify to her enduring legacy in the world of country music.

Genres

Nashville Sound

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Latest Release

We'll Get Him Back

Skeeter Davis•

The Davis Sisters

Album - 10 Tracks - Released August 2, 2024