About Willie Denson
Lived 1936 – 2006 (aged 69–70). Willie Denson was an American singer.
Willie Denson (23 November 1936 in Columbus, Georgia – 1 July 2006) was an American songwriter, most notably for the Shirelles, and a singer under the name Denny Denson.
He wrote or co-wrote with Luther Dixon five songs for the Shirelles, including "Mama Said," a number 4 hit, "Stop the Music," "The Things I Want to Hear (Pretty Words)," "Love Is a Swingin' Thing," and "Blue Holiday." His own singles as Denny Denson including "Too Long" / "Bills" (1962). In 2001, Denson won $3 million in the Georgia lottery. He died of lung cancer on 1 July 2006, at age 69.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Willie Denson?
American singer
When was Willie Denson born?
Willie Denson was born in 1936.
When did Willie Denson die?
Willie Denson died on 1 July 2006.
What was Willie Denson's occupation?
Willie Denson was a singer.
What nationality was Willie Denson?
Willie Denson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Willie Denson. https://biography.guide/willie-denson/
MLA: "Willie Denson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/willie-denson/.
Chicago: "Willie Denson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/willie-denson/.
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