Chris Smith (composer) facts for kids

Chris Smith

Christopher M. Smith (born October 12, 1879 – died October 4, 1949) was an American composer. He was also a popular performer in Vaudeville, which was a type of live stage show with different acts like music, comedy, and dancing.

Chris Smith's Life Story

Chris Smith was born in Charleston, South Carolina. When he was young, he started traveling with "medicine shows." These were traveling groups that sold fake medicines and entertained people.

Later, he joined Vaudeville. He performed alongside other famous entertainers like Elmer Bowman and Jimmy Durante. Chris Smith also wrote music for Bert Williams, who was a very well-known comedian and singer. Chris Smith passed away in New York City on October 4, 1949.

Chris Smith's Music

Chris Smith wrote many songs. Here are some of his well-known works:

• "Good Morning Carrie" (1901)
• "Mandy, You and Me!" (1905)
• "Honky Tonky Monkey Rag" (1911)
• "Junk Man Rag" (1913)
• "Fifteen Cents" (1913)
• "Ballin' the Jack" (1913) – This song was very popular and even became a dance!
• "Never Let The Same Bee Sting You Twice" (1916)
• "Down In Honky Tonk Town" (1918)
• "I've Got My Habits On" (1921)
• "At the Honky-Tonk Steppers' Ball" (1921)
• "The Camel Walk" (1925)