Roy Orbison Vinyl 7" Record 45 RPM Falling and Distant Drums - Good Condition, Some Wear See Photos Roy Orbison, dubbed the "Caruso of Rock," was a legendary American singer-songwriter celebrated for his distinctive operatic voice, emotionally charged ballads, and complex song structures. Rising to fame in the early 1960s, Orbison's career was marked by a string of iconic hits, including "Only the Lonely," "Crying," "In Dreams," and "Oh, Pretty Woman." His signature look of dark sunglasses and black attire, coupled with his impassioned performances, solidified his status as a rock and roll icon. Though his career faced challenges in the later 1960s due to personal tragedies, Orbison experienced a resurgence in the 1980s, thanks to a new generation of fans and collaborations with artists like Bob Dylan and George Harrison in the supergroup The Traveling Wilburys. Sadly, his life was cut short in 1988, but his musical legacy endures, continuing to influence and inspire artists across genres.