Remembering singer and songwriter Mel Tillis, who was born on August 8, 1932 in Tampa, Florida. Mel had an incredible career, writing and/or recording hit songs from the 1950's to the 2000's. As a songwriter, he worked with the best in the business, people like Webb Pierce, Jack Greene, Waylon Jennings and many more. As a solo artist, Mel's biggest success came in the 1970's, starting with a #1 in 1972 with "I Ain't Never" (originally recorded by Webb Pierce). He was named the CMA Entertainer of

Remembering Mel Tillis . Aug 8th 1932 Born on this day in Dover, Florida, was Mel Tillis, country music singer who scored the 1972 US #1 ‘I Ain’t Never’. His biggest success occurred in the 1970s as part of the outlaw country movement, with a long list of Top 10 hits. . Tills is also known for his hits “Good Woman Blues”, and “Coca-Cola Cowboy”. Though he always spoke with a stammer, it never affected his singing voice. Tillis died on November 19 2017 age 82.. . Lonnie Melvin Tillis (August 8, 1