Al Dexter

Country Singer

Birthday May 4, 1905

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Texas

DEATH DATE Jan 28, 1984 (78)

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About

Singer and songwriter of one of the most popular songs of World War II, "Pistol Packin' Mama."

Before Fame

He recorded a song called "Honky Tonk Blues" is supposedly the first time the phrase "honky tonk" was used in a song.

Trivia

He was invited to perform on Broadway.

Family Life

He grew up in Jacksonville, Texas.

Associated With

Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters performed a cover of "Pistol Packin' Mama" and theirs reached #1 on the Hot Country Songs chart.