Nick Noble (singer) facts for kids
Nick Noble (born Nicholas Valkan; June 21, 1926 – March 24, 2012) was an American pop singer. He was famous for his songs "The Tip of My Fingers" and "Moonlight Swim."
Nick Noble was born in Chicago, Illinois. He went to Hirsch Metropolitan High School and Loyola University. He also served in the Navy during the end of World War II.
Nick Noble's Music Career
Nick Noble became very popular in the mid-1950s. He had four hit songs on the Billboard pop music charts between 1955 and 1957. His songs stayed popular in Chicago and across the country in the early 1960s.
Later Hits and Albums
In 1962, his cover of "Hello Out There" reached the Top 15 on the WLS radio chart. He had another national hit in 1978 with "Stay With Me." This song was popular in both country and easy listening music.
Nick Noble recorded for several record companies, including Coral Records and Columbia Records. During his career, he released 109 singles and four full albums.
Life After Music
In his later years, Nick Noble was involved with a famous restaurant. He later owned Lou Mitchells, a well-known restaurant in downtown Chicago.
His Passing
Nick Noble passed away on March 24, 2012. He was 85 years old.
Chart Singles
- "The Bible Tells Me So" (Wing Records, 1955) U.S. No. 22.
- "To You My Love" (Mercury Records, 1956) U.S. No. 27.
- "A Fallen Star" (Mercury, 1957) U.S. No. 20.
- "Moonlight Swim" (Mercury, 1957) U.S. No. 37.
- "Girl With the Long Red Hair" (20th Century, 1965) WLS No. 36.
- "Stay With Me" (Churchill Records, 1978) U.S. Adult Contemporary No. 38. No. 40 U.S. Hot Country Singles.
