Hugh X. Lewis

Hugh X. Lewis
Lewis in 1970
Background information
Birth nameHubert Bradley Lewis
Born(1930-12-25)December 25, 1930
Yeaddiss, Kentucky, U.S.
DiedDecember 29, 2020(2020-12-29) (aged 90)
Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar, bass, piano
Years active1964–2014
LabelsKapp
Columbia
GRT
Little Darlin'

Hubert Bradley "Hugh X." Lewis (December 25, 1930 – December 29, 2020) was an American country music singer-songwriter. Born in Yeaddiss, Kentucky, he recorded for various labels since 1964, and charted fifteen singles on the Hot Country Songs charts. Lewis's debut single, "What I Need Most", peaked at number 21 on this chart. Lewis also wrote eleven songs for Stonewall Jackson including the number one single "B.J. the D.J."