24K views · 1.9K reactions | 10 May 1935 American rhythm and blues and rock and roll singer Larry Williams. The Beatles and The Jam covered his songs. He scored the 1957 US No.5 hit single 'Short Fat Fannie' and a hit with 'Dizzy, Miss Lizzy'. Williams died from gunshot wounds on 2nd January 1980 aged 45. | Rockabilly Italia | Facebook

Larry Williams - Bony Moronie (1957) In the dynamic music scene of the 1950s, Larry Williams' "Bony Moronie" emerged as a rock 'n' roll anthem that won over youth and music enthusiasts alike. Released in 1957, the song's electrifying energy and catchy chorus propelled it up the charts, encapsulating the spirit of the rock 'n' roll era. Larry Williams, with his powerful vocal style and engaging stage presence, narrated a tale of infatuation with Moronie, a slim girl who captivates the narrator's