About Jerry Byrne
Lived 1941 – 2010 (aged 69). Jerry Byrne was an American singer and singing.
Gerard Donald "Jerry" Byrne (February 2, 1941 – April 7, 2010) was an American rock and roll singer from New Orleans, best known for his 1958 single "Lights Out".
The son of Charles and Mayme Byrne, written by Rebennack with his friend Seth David – at Cosimo Matassa's studio, with a band that included Edgar Blanchard (guitar), Frank Fields (bass), Art Neville (piano), and Charles "Hungry" Williams (drums). Harold Battiste played saxophone and produced the session. Released on the Specialty label, the record became a regional hit but failed to make the national charts. Nevertheless, Specialty released two further singles by Byrne, "You Know I Love You So" and, in 1959, "Carry On", but neither were successful.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jerry Byrne?
American singer (1941–2010)
When was Jerry Byrne born?
Jerry Byrne was born on 2 February 1941 in New Orleans.
When did Jerry Byrne die?
Jerry Byrne died on 7 April 2010 in Morgan City.
What was Jerry Byrne's occupation?
Jerry Byrne was a singer and singing.
What nationality was Jerry Byrne?
Jerry Byrne was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jerry Byrne (singer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jerry Byrne. https://biography.guide/jerry-byrne-singer/
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