Slim Whitman, born Ottis Dewey Whitman Jr., was an American country and western singer-songwriter and instrumentalist. Known for his high, ethereal yodeling and falsetto singing style, he rose to prominence in the mid-20th century with hits like "Indian Love Call" and "Rose Marie." Whitman's music, often characterized by its romantic and sentimental quality, greatly influenced the country and western genre. In his lengthy career, spanning over six decades, he recorded more than 65 albums, making significant contributions to the proliferation and evolution of country music.