Larry Williams - Bony Moronie (1957) Amidst the energetic and evolving soundscape of the 1950s, a rock 'n' roll gem titled "Bony Moronie" burst onto the scene, performed with gusto by the dynamic Larry Williams. This song, characterized by its catchy refrain and spirited rhythm, quickly became an anthem for the youth and the young-at-heart of the era. Larry Williams, with his charismatic voice, regales listeners with the story of his love for a girl named Bony Moronie. She may be slender, as hin

10 May 1935 American rhythm and blues and rock and roll singer Larry Williams. The Beatles and The Jam covered his songs. He scored the 1957 US No.5 hit single 'Short Fat Fannie' and a hit with 'Dizzy, Miss Lizzy'. Williams died from gunshot wounds on 2nd January 1980 aged 45. | Rockabilly Italia

. July 1957 Larry Williams, a R&B rock 'n' roll singer/songwriter/ pianist, had his first Top 40 hit peaking @ #5. It became a #1 hit in the R&B chart and it's called "Short Fat Fanny" | Dennis Groft