ABOUT
Joni James (September 22, 1930 - February 20, 2022, b. Giovanna Carmella Babbo) was a traditional pop singer with clear soprano vocals who became famous during the 1950s. Best known for the chart-topping "Why Don't You Believe Me" (1952), other major hits include "Have You Heard" (1953), "Your Cheatin' Heart" (1953), "Almost Always" (1953), "My Love, My Love" (1953), "How Important Can It Be?" (1955), and "You Are My Love" (1955).
Best known songs (with years) include:
- Why Don't You Believe Me (1952)
- Almost Always (1953)
- Have You Heard (1953)
- Is It Any Wonder (1953)
- My Love, My Love (1953)
- Wishing Run (1953)
- You're Fooling Someone (1953)
- Your Cheatin' Heart (1953)
- How Important Can It Be (1955)
- You Are My Love (1955)
Pop charts debut year: 1952
Years active: 1952-1964
Genres: Traditional pop
Labels: MGM
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