Proud Products of Texas Public Schools

Buddy Holly

Graduate of Lubbock High School
Lubbock, Texas

Buddy Holly was one of the first major rock and roll groundbreakers and one of its most influential artists. He wrote his own songs, recorded with a self-contained guitar-bass-drums combo, experimented in the studio, and even changed the image of what a rock singer could look like—until he came along, the idea of a bespectacled rock idol was unthinkable.

Holly’s vocal style and mature, melodic compositions inspired many of the rockers who would emerge in ’60s and ’70s. Despite a rather short music career, Holly’s innovative music style, as well as his enthusiastic and energetic performances, made him one of the most popular singers in music history.
 

“Buddy enjoyed his days in school. He was always involved in school activities—especially working with the school newspaper. No doubt that his love for music took him to a different path.”

—Larry Holley
Brother of Buddy Holly