Mark James (songwriter)

Mark James
Birth nameFrancis Rodney Zambon
Also known asFrancis Zambon
Born(1940-11-29)November 29, 1940
Houston, Texas, U.S.
DiedJune 8, 2024(2024-06-08) (aged 83)
Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, record producer
InstrumentVocals
Years active1968–2024
LabelsBell, Scepter, Liberty, Masterfonics

Francis Rodney Zambon (November 29, 1940 – June 8, 2024), known professionally as Mark James, was an American songwriter. He wrote hits for B.J. Thomas, Brenda Lee and Elvis Presley, including Presley's hit single "Suspicious Minds".[1]

  1. ^ Jones, Roben (February 1, 2010). Memphis Boys: the Story of American Studios. Univ. Press of Mississippi. p. 19. ISBN 978-1-60473-401-0. Retrieved November 22, 2010.