About Sheb Wooley
Shelby F. "Sheb" Wooley (April 10, 1921 – September 16, 2003) was a character actor and singer, best known for his 1958 novelty hit "Purple People Eater". Wooley was born in Erick, Oklahoma and grew up on a farm. He learned how to ride horses at a young age, and was working cowboy and rodeo rider. He also played in a country-western band. During WWII, Wooley was turned down for service because of his rodeo injuries. He worked in the oil industry and as a welder.
Top Tracks
The Purple People Eater
Purple People Eater
The Purple People Eater - Rerecorded
The Purple People Eater (Rerecorded)
Santa Claus Meets the Purple People Eater
Purple People Eater (Remastered)
That's My Pa
Running With The Night Crowd
Flying Purple People Eater
The Love-In
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