Sammy Johns

Sammy Johns
Born
Sammy Reginald Johns

(1946-02-07)February 7, 1946
Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.
DiedJanuary 4, 2013(2013-01-04) (aged 66)
Gastonia, North Carolina, U.S.
GenresFolk rock, soft rock
OccupationsMusician, songwriter
InstrumentsVocals, guitar
Years active1970–2013
LabelsGeneral Recording Corporation, Warner-Curb, New World, Elektra

Sammy Reginald Johns (February 7, 1946 – January 4, 2013) was an American singer-songwriter known for his 1975 hit song "Chevy Van", which was originally released in 1973. The song was certified gold by the RIAA on May 5, 1975.