Joy Byers
American songwriter (1934–2017) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Joyce Alene Byers Johnston, (May 17, 1934 – May 10, 2017)[2] was an American songwriter best known for her work with Elvis Presley.[3][4] She wrote Timi Yuro's 1962 hit "What's A Matter Baby".[5]
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Joy Byers | |
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Born | (1934-05-17)May 17, 1934 |
Died | May 10, 2017(2017-05-10) (aged 82) |
Occupation | Songwriter |
Known for | Songwriter for Elvis Presley[1] |
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She was married to the music producer Bob Johnston. In later years, Johnston claimed that some songs credited to his wife Joy Byers were actually co-written, or solely written by himself.[6]