Sammy Johns

Sammy Johns
Birth nameSammy Reginald Johns
Born(1946-02-07)February 7, 1946
Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.
DiedJanuary 4, 2013(2013-01-04) (aged 66)
Gastonia, North Carolina, U.S.
GenresFolk rock, soft rock
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar
Years active1970–2013
LabelsGeneral Recording Corporation, Warner-Curb, New World, Elektra

Sammy Reginald Johns (February 7, 1946 – January 4, 2013) was an American singer-songwriter known for his 1975 hit song "Chevy Van", which was originally released in 1973. The song was certified gold by the RIAA on May 5, 1975.[1][2]

  1. ^ Sammy Johns entries on the RIAA official website.
  2. ^ Murrells, Joseph (1978). The Book of Golden Discs (2nd ed.). London: Barrie and Jenkins Ltd. p. 114. ISBN 0-214-20512-6.