During the 1950s, Carl Smith was one of country music's most prolific hit-makers. His first big record was "Mr. Moon," followed by "If Teardrops Were Pennies," "Me and My Broken Heart," and "There's Nothing as Sweet as My Baby." For the next several years it was hit after hit after hit. Smith toured with the Philip Morris Country Music Show and Red Foley's Jubilee U.S.A. Carl Smith had at least one song on the country charts every year between 1951 and 1973. He was elected to the Country Music H
During the 1950s, Carl Smith was one of country music's most prolific hit-makers. His first big record was "Mr. Moon," followed by "If Teardrops Were Pennies,"…
Auction record
- Auction house
- Heritage
- Auction
- Auction 612
- Lot
- 21343
- Sale date
- April 2005
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