Nashville Singer/Songwriter Tony Joe White Dies At Age 75

He wrote for artists ranging for Elvis to Waylon.

(Nashville, TN)  --  Nashville's music community is mourning the sudden death Tony Joe White. 

The singer/songwriter is known for his country, blues and swamp-rock music. 

He's penned songs for everyone from Elvis Presley to Waylon Jennings. 

White died Wednesday at the age of 75.  His family said he suffered a heart attack. 

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