Chris Smith (composer)

Chris Smith (born Christopher M. Smith; 12 October 1879 in Charleston, South Carolina – 4 October 1949 in New York City) was an American composer and popular vaudeville performer.

Smith was born in Charleston, South Carolina; he started traveling with Medicine Shows when young and went into Vaudeville where he performed in an acts with Elmer Bowman and Jimmy Durante. He also wrote music for Bert Williams. Smith died in New York City on October 4, 1949.

Smith composed many songs, including such hits as "Ballin' The Jack", "Down In Honky Tonk Town", "Good Morning Carrie", "The Camel Walk", and "Junk Man Rag".

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