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Rockin' Sidney

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The Resume

    (April 9, 1938-February 25, 1998)
    Born in Lebeau, Louisiana
    Birth name was Sidney Simien
    Best known for his song 'My Toot Toot'
    Died of throat cancer at age 59

Why he might be annoying:

    Despite performing in his home state of Louisiana for many years, he did not gain mainstream exposure until 1984.
    He was a one hit wonder.
    His original stage name was Count Rockin' Sidney, before shortening it to Rockin' Sidney.
    He was a heavy smoker.
    He did not release any mainstream commercial albums following the release of 'My Toot Toot.'

Why he might not be annoying:

    He is credited with making zydeco music popular.
    In addition to playing the accordion, he played the guitar and harmonica.
    He used the royalties from 'My Toot Toot' to purchase a radio station in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
    His 'My Toot Toot' album was the first zydeco album to be played on many mainstream country and rock radio stations.
    Despite the negative use of the word 'toot,' he said in an interview that it is a Cajun slang for sweetheart.

Credit: Ricky


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Year In Review:

    In 2023, Out of 3 Votes: 66.67% Annoying
    In 2022, Out of 2 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2021, Out of 6 Votes: 66.67% Annoying
    In 2020, Out of 1 Votes: 0% Annoying
    In 2019, Out of 5 Votes: 60.0% Annoying
    In 2018, Out of 2 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2017, Out of 4 Votes: 75.00% Annoying
    In 2016, Out of 4 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2015, Out of 16 Votes: 62.50% Annoying
    In 2014, Out of 14 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2013, Out of 16 Votes: 56.25% Annoying
    In 2012, Out of 15 Votes: 33.33% Annoying
    In 2011, Out of 17 Votes: 64.71% Annoying