Ivory Joe Hunter United States
Biography
Ivory Joe Hunter (10 October 1914 – 8 November 1974) was an African American R&B singer, songwriter and pianist, best known for his hit recording, "Since I Met You, Baby" (1956). Billed as The Baron of the Boogie, he was also known as The Happiest Man Alive. He is sometimes confused with Motown producer-songwriter Ivy Joe Hunter. Born in Kirbyville, Texas, he was christened Ivory Joe as an infant. Developing an early interest in music from his father
