Johnny Tillotson

Johnny Tillotson is an American singer and songwriter who was popular in the late 1950s and 1960s. He's best known for his smooth pop and country crossover hits like "Poetry in Motion" (1960) and "It Keeps Right On A-Hurtin'" (1962). His music often featured lush arrangements and sentimental lyrics, which made him a teen idol during that era.

Born in 1938 in Jacksonville, Florida, Tillotson started out performing on local radio and TV before signing with Cadence Records. His clean-cut image and melodic voice helped him stand out during a time when rock 'n' roll and traditional pop were blending into new styles.

He also went on to act in "The Fat Spy" (1966) with Phyllis Diller and "The Call of the Wild" (NBC, 1975-76).