Search results
Chip Taylor (born James Wesley Voight; March 21, 1940) is an American songwriter and singer noted for writing "Angel of the Morning" and "Wild Thing".
Chip Taylor originally did I Can't Let Go, Sweet Dream Woman, Clean Your Own Tables, Early Sunday Morning and other songs. Chip Taylor wrote Angel of the Morning, Wild Thing and Any Way That You Want Me.
- March 21, 1940
Started writing songs as young teenager, went on to record 23 solo albums. Chip Taylor is responsible for one of the most famous songs to come out of the 1960s—The Troggs’ 1966 hit “Wild Thing,” which was famously covered in 1967 by Jimi Hendrix.
Rockabilly singer/songwriter, composer of "Wild Thing" and many other enduring classic hits, and jack of many trades. Read Full Biography. STREAM OR BUY: Active. 1960s - 2020s. Born. March 21, 1940 in Yonkers, NY. Genre. Pop/Rock, Country, Folk. Styles. Country-Folk, Country-Rock, Psychedelic/Garage, Singer/Songwriter, Americana, Contemporary Folk.
Sep 26, 2023 · Chip Taylor is an acclaimed American singer-songwriter who has made a significant impact on the music industry. With his soulful and heartfelt lyrics, Taylor has captivated audiences worldwide. Born as James Wesley Voight, he adopted the stage name Chip Taylor to pursue a career in music.
Feb 5, 2013 · Chip Taylor, the man who wrote hit song Wild Thing made famous by the Troggs, speaks to the BBC about the band doing his demo justice.
Sep 3, 2009 · As the songwriter behind "Wild Thing" and "Angel of the Morning," Chip Taylor has enjoyed a long life of exploits on the road — and at the track as a professional gambler.
