Bobby Lewis was an American rock and roll and R&B singer, known for his distinct vocals and energetic performances. He rose to fame in the early 1960s with his Billboard Hot 100 chart-topping hit, 'Tossin' and Turnin'', which is regarded as one of the definitive songs of the era. His music blended elements of rhythm and blues with rock and roll, influencing a generation of future musicians. Despite his relatively short peak career, Bobby Lewis's contributions to early rock and roll and R&B music left a lasting impact on these genres.