Sonny Curtis, Songwriter of ‘I Fought the Law,’ Dies at 88
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Sonny Curtis, a guitarist and songwriter known for writing 'I Fought the Law' and the theme for The Mary Tyler Moore Show, has died at 88. He was a member of the Crickets, backing Buddy Holly, and had a significant impact on rock and roll, with his songs covered by many artists. Curtis was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012.
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