Smiley Lewis
American musician (1913-1966)
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Summary
Smiley Lewis was born on July 5, 1913[1], in Calcasieu Parish[2]. He died on October 7, 1966[3], in New Orleans[4]. He worked as a songwriter[5], jazz musician[6], musician[7], singer[8], and blues musician[9]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (494 views/month, #7,254 of 1,000,298).[10]
Key Facts
- Place of birth: United States[11], DeQuincy[12]
- Country of citizenship: United States[13]
- Ethnic group: African Americans[14]
- Field of work: pop music[15], popular music[16]
- Member of: American Federation of Musicians. Local 496 (New Orleans, La.)[17]
- Sex or gender: male[18]
- Genre: rhythm and blues[19], jazz[20]
- Record label: Imperial[21]
- Cause of death: stomach cancer[22]
- Family name: Lewis[23]
- Given name: Overton[24]
- Work location: New Orleans[25]
- Manner of death: natural causes[26]
- Instrument: guitar[27]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[28]
- Nickname: Smiley Lewis[29]
- Name in native language: Overton Lemons[30]
- Start of work period: 1947[31]
Why It Matters
Smiley Lewis has Wikipedia articles in 5 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[32] He is known by 9 alternative names across languages and contexts.[33]
FAQs
Where was Smiley Lewis born?
Smiley Lewis was born in Calcasieu Parish[2].
Where did Smiley Lewis die?
Smiley Lewis died in New Orleans[4].
What did Smiley Lewis do for work?
Smiley Lewis worked as a songwriter[5], jazz musician[6], musician[7], singer[8], and blues musician[9].