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Who Is Lou Christie? 5 Things About the ‘Lightnin Strikes’ Singer Who Died

Lou died at the age of 82 in June 2025 following an illustrious soungritihng and music career.

Lou’s friend Jeremy Driesen paid tribute to the late performer in a statement obtained by W42ST, pointing to his “honesty, humanity, kindness and loyalty” that made him who he was. After establishing himself on the music scene in the early 1960s, Lou returned from the military to release his breakout single “Lightnin’ Strikes,” followed by “Rhapsody in the Rain,” the latter of which was briefly banned from radio stations due to its sexual lyrics. He was cherished not only by his family and close friends, but also by countless fans whose lives he touched with his kindness and generosity, artistic and musical talent, humor and spirit.

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