Marijohn Wilkin

For many years, Marijohn Wilkin was one of the finest songwriters in country music. Not only did she have a long distinguished career, but Wilkin is known for having been of invaluable assistance in developing the careers of other songwriters. Some of her most famous songs include "Waterloo," "P.T. 109," and "Long Black Veil," her best-known song. She was born Marijohn Melson in Kemp, Texas, to a deacon and his wife. Though she had always been talented as a child, Melson showed little interest in the entertainment industry and even turned down a movie contract with Monogram S...