About Bobby Edwards
Lived 1926 – 2012 (aged 86). Bobby Edwards was an American musician, singer and songwriter.
Bobby Edwards (born Robert Edward Moncrief; January 18, 1926 – July 31, 2012)
Biography Edwards was born in Anniston, Alabama to a preacher, George Thomas Moncrief and Ila Eva Murray Moncrief. Then Edwards went out west, working shows on his own in southern California before songwriter Terry Fell placed him on Crest Records, and helped produce and arrange "You're the Reason."
Singles Year Single Chart Positions US Country US 1961 "You're the Reason" 4 11 1962 "What's the Reason" — 71 1963 "Don't Pretend" 23 —
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bobby Edwards?
American singer (1926-2012)
When was Bobby Edwards born?
Bobby Edwards was born on 18 January 1926 in Anniston.
When did Bobby Edwards die?
Bobby Edwards died on 31 July 2012 in Murfreesboro.
What was Bobby Edwards's occupation?
Bobby Edwards was a musician, singer and songwriter.
What nationality was Bobby Edwards?
Bobby Edwards was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bobby Edwards. https://biography.guide/bobby-edwards-musician/
MLA: "Bobby Edwards." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bobby-edwards-musician/.
Chicago: "Bobby Edwards." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bobby-edwards-musician/.
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