Nicknamed "Mr. Dynamo" or "The Hawk," Ronnie Hawkins was one of the pioneering artists of rock and roll. He played a significant role in shaping the Canadian rock scene, known for his high-energy performances and his knack for discovering young musical talent. The song "Mary Lou" is one of his most memorable hits, a captivating rockabilly track that brought him to a wider audience and became an icon of 50s rock and roll. The song was written by Young Jessie. However, Ronnie Hawkins's version is

Tomorrow marks the anniversary of #The LastWaltz! Catch Ronnie Hawkins & THE BAND’s performance of 'Who Do You Love?' where The Hawk tames the flames of Robbie's fiery guitar solo. 🤠🔥🎸 | Robbie Robertson

The Band & Ronnie Hawkins - Who Do You Love Taken from The Last Waltz (1976, movie 1978). “Who Do You Love?” is a song written by American rock and roll pioneer Bo Diddley. Recorded in 1956, it is one of his most popular and enduring works. The song represents one of Bo Diddley’s strongest lyrical efforts and uses a combination of hoodoo-type imagery and boasting. It is an upbeat rocker, but the original did not use the signature Bo Diddley beat rhythm. Rockabilly singer Ronnie Hawkins performed