Del Shannon was an American singer-songwriter and musician who rose to fame in the early 1960s with his hit single 'RUNAWAY'. He is best known for his work in the early rock and roll era, and is remembered for his unique vocal style and distinctive falsetto. Shannon's career spanned over four decades, and he released several albums and singles throughout his lifetime. His most successful single, 'RUNAWAY', reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1961.