David Frizzell Biography
David Frizzell is an American country music singer who was born on September 26, 1941, in El Dorado, Arkansas U.S. He is the younger brother of Lefty Frizzell, a country music legend. His career began in the late 1950s, but his biggest success came in the 1980s.
He started performing in his brother’s show at the age of 12 years old. He toured alongside his brother throughout the 1950s and 1960s and worked in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He signed with Columbia Records in the year 1970 as well as finally achieved solo success, placing the single “I Just Can’t Help Believing” on the Billboard top-40 country charts.
| Quick Biography | |
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| Full Names | David Frizzell |
| Popular As | Frizzell |
| Gender | Male |
| Occupation / Profession | Country music singer |
| Nationality | American |
| Race / Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Not Known |
| Sexual Orientation | Straight |
David Frizzell Age and Birthday
Frizzell is 80 years old as of 2021, he was born on 26 September 1941 (age 80 years), El Dorado, Arkansas, United States. He celebrates his birthday on 26 September every year and his birth sign is Libra.
| Age and Birthday | |
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| Age: | 80 Years (As of 2021) |
| Zodiac Sign: | Libra |
| Date of Birth: | September 26, 1941 |
| Place of Birth: | El Dorado, Arkansas, USA |
| Birthday: | 26 September |
David Frizzell Height and Weight
Frizzel is a man of average stature, he also appears to be quite tall in his photos. He stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches (1.76 m or 176 cm). He also weighs 134.2 lbs or (61 kg).
| Height and Weight | |
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| Height | 5 feet 9 inches (1.76 m or 176 cm) |
| Weight | 134.2 lbs or (61 kg) |
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| Eye Color | To be Updated |
| Hair Color | To be Updated |
| Shoe Size | To be Updated |
| Triceps Size | To be Updated |
| Biceps Size | To be Updated |
| Waist Size | To be Updated |
| Chest Size | To be Updated |
David Frizzell Education
Frizzel education details are not clear to the public. Nevertheless, we are keeping tabs and will update you once this information is available.
| Education | |
|---|---|
| School | To be updated |
| College/ University | To be updated |
| Highest Qualification | To be updated |
David Frizzell’s Parents and Brother
Frizzell was born and raised in El Dorado, Arkansas, in 1941. He was alongside his brother Lefty Frizzell. He began performing in his brother’s show at the age of 12. Frizzel toured with his brother throughout the 1950s and 1960s and served in the U.S. After doing our research, details about his parents are not known to the public. However, this information will be updated as soon as it is available.
| Family Members | |
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| Father (Dad) | To be updated |
| Mother | To be updated |
| Brother(s) | Lefty Frizzell |
| Sister(s) | To be updated |
David Frizzell Wife Jo Frizzell: Is he married?
Frizzel is married to Jo Frizzell. The couple likes to keep their personal life private hence information about when they started dating is under research. It is not known when they are married or have any children.
David Frizzell Wife Age, Jo Frizzell Age
Jo Frizzell was born in the United States. However, the exact date of the birth of David Frizzell’s wife is not yet known to the public. As such, it is difficult to establish her actual age or when she celebrates her birthday. Nevertheless, we are keeping tabs and will update you once this information is available.
| Relationship Status | Name |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Jo Frizzell |
| Children | To be updated |
David Frizzell Salary
Details about David’s salary are not yet disclosed. However, information about how much he/she makes will be updated as soon as it is available.
David Frizzell’s Net Worth
Frizzell has an estimated net worth of 7 million dollars as of 2022. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a Country music singer. Through his various sources of income, Frizzell has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
| Salary and Networth | |
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| Salary | To be updated |
| Net Worth | $7 million |
| Source of Income | Country Music Singer |
David Frizzell Career
David Frizzell started performing in his brother’s show at the age of 12 years old. He toured with his brother throughout the 1950s and 1960s as well as worked in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He signed with Columbia Records in 1970 as well as finally achieved solo success, placing the single “I Just Can’t Help Believing” on the Billboard top-40 country charts. Frizzell performed regularly on Buck Owens’ All American TV Show during the 1970s, as well as recorded for Capitol Records.
The song won the Country Music Association’s Song of the Year as well as Vocal Duet of the Year awards in the year 1981, was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal, as well as was featured in Clint Eastwood’s film Any Which Way You Can. Frizzell and West also won the Academy of Country Music award for Vocal Duo of the Year in the year 1981 and 1982.
David Frizzell and Shelly West
In the year 1981, he recorded his first number-one country hit, “You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma,” a duet with Shelly West. Frizzell scored his only solo number-one country single with “I’m Gonna Hire a Wino to Decorate Our Home” in August 1982.
He continued to tour as well as record with West until 1986. Frizzell continued to record solo albums, but he has not kept up the popularity he enjoyed during the early 1980s after he parted ways with Shelly West. Notwithstanding, he continues to record and tour.
David Frizzell I Just Came Here To Dance
The song”I Just Came to Dance” was written by Ken Bell, and Terry Skinner alongside J. L. Wallace, as well as recorded by American country music artists David Frizzell alongside Shelly West.
It was released in July 1982 as the second single from the album The David Frizzell & Shelly West Album. The song reached #4 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song was covered by Roberta Flack alongside Peabo Bryson for their duet’s album, Born to Love in 1983. Released in the year 1984 as the album’s third single, it hit #15 on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary chart.
David Frizzell Lost My Baby Blues
The song titled “Lost My Baby Blues” was written by Ben Peters, as well as recorded by American country music artist David Frizzell. It was released in October 1982 as the second single from the album The Family’s Fine, But This One’s All Mine. It reached #5 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
David Frizzell I’m Gonna Hire A Wino
The song “I’m Gonna Hire a Wino to Decorate Our Home” was written by Dewayne Blackwell, as well as recorded by American country music artist David Frizzell. It was released in April 1982 as the first single from the album The Family’s Fine, But This One’s All Mine. It was Frizzell’s only number one on the country chart as a solo artist.
The single ranked number one for one week as well as spent a total of 14 weeks in country music’s top 40. Also, the song became an unexpected mainstream pop hit in Canada, peaking at No. 20 on the RPM Top Singles chart. The song talks of a wife who grows tired of her husband’s barhopping as well as spending his entire paycheck doing so. Then she comes up with a unique plan.
She decides to redecorate their house into a bar, as well as play the part of bartender/waitress as an inducement to get her husband to stay at home and possibly bring his friends along with him, so they can spend their paychecks. While he recovers from his hangover the following morning, she will deposit the proceeds in their bank account.
David Frizzell Songs and Songs List
- I’m Gonna Hire A Wino To Decorate Our Home The Family’s Fine, But This One’s All Mine · 1982
- You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma Country Super Hits Of The 1980s · 2009
- Lost My Baby Blues The Family’s Fine, But This One’s All Mine · 1982
- Wasn’t That Love The David Frizzell & Shelly West Album · 1982
- A Texas State of Mind Carryin’ On The Family Names · 1981
- Silent Partners In Session · 1983
- Husbands and Wives Carryin’ On The Family Names · 1981
- Where Are You Spending Your Nights These Days On My Own Again · 1983
- Please Surrender Our Best To You · 1982
- You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma Carryin’ On The Family Names · 1981
- Million Light Beers Ago On My Own Again · 1983
- Cajun Invitation Our Best To You · 1982
- Lefty Greatest Hits · 2009
- No Way José David Frizzell – Live at Church Street Station · 2016
- Our Day Will Come The David Frizzell & Shelly West Album · 1982
- When We Get Back To The Farm David Frizzell – Live at Church Street Station · 2016
- Pleasure Island In Session · 1983
- The Long Black Veil David Sings Lefty · 2009
- Country Music Affair David Frizzell – Live at Church Street Station · 2016
- Do Me Right I Wish That I Could Hurt That Way Again The Family’s Fine, But This One’s All Mine · 1982
- Saginaw, Michigan David Sings Lefty · 2009
- Who Dat Solo · 1984
- Lone Star Lonesome The Family’s Fine, But This One’s All Mine · 1982
- Black And White On My Own Again · 1983
- You’ll Always Be Special To Me Our Best To You · 1982
- She Wanted Me On My Own Again · 1983
- Set ‘Em Up Joe Take To The Road · 2001
- Ballad Of The Bootlegger King Take To The Road · 2001
- We Won’t Be Hearing “Always Late” Anymore On My Own Again · 1983
- 18 Wheels Hummin’ Home Sweet Home Take To The Road · 2001
- Truck Driver’s Blues Take To The Road · 2001
David Frizzell Tour and Tickets
Tour dates were moved from July 2020 to July 2021
- 10 October – Shin-Dig In The Park Music Fest
- 25 July – Twin Music Festival
Frequently Asked Questions About David Frizzell
David Frizzell is a well-known country music singer. He is the younger brother of Lefty Frizzell, a country music legend. His career began in the late 1950s, but his biggest success came in the 1980s.
Frizzell is an American national born on 26th September 1941 in El Dorado, Arkansas U.S.
Frizzell stands at a height of 1.76 m or 176 cm.
Yes, he is married to Jo Frizzell. The couple likes to keep their personal life private hence information about when they started dating is under research. It is not known when they are married or have any children.
Frizzell has an approximate net worth of $7 million. This amount has been accrued from his leading roles in the music industry.
Because of personal reasons, Frizzell has not shared his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Frizzell is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Musicians: Frizzell is and has been producing music since the 1950s, having his last music released on YouTube on 24th January 2020. Watch and sing the lyrics of Frizzell’s latest release below. David Frizzell & Shelly West – Silent Partners (1984)
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