Fess Parker - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett (1954) "The Ballad of Davy Crockett," released in the mid-1950s, is an emblematic song of American folklore, encapsulating the adventurous spirit of the frontier. Celebrating the life of the legendary Davy Crockett, the song's catchy tune and vivid lyrics recount his exploits, from his birth in Tennessee to his heroism at the Alamo. Fess Parker's rendition, with his deep and resonant voice, was instrumental in popularizing the song, coinciding with his p

On this day in Music History - May 28 1955 "The Ballad of Davy Crockett" is the most popular song in the United States. Billboard reports that if the sales of all versions of the song were all added up, including the original by Fess Parker, more than eighteen million copies have been bought in six months. | Johnny Rock and Roll Radio