Archive · 19 Jun 2025
Lou Christie, Singer of 'Lightnin' Strikes', Dies at 82
Lou Christie, a famous singer from the 1960s, has died.
He was known for his high-pitched voice and the song 'Lightnin' Strikes.'
He started singing in a choir and became a teen idol with songs like 'The Gypsy Cried'.
One of his songs, 'Rhapsody in the Rain', was not allowed on the radio because the words were considered inappropriate.
Even in his 70s, Christie could still sing and credited his healthy lifestyle.
His music also appeared in movies, keeping his songs alive for new generations.
Singer Lou Christie, known for his falsetto and the hit song 'Lightnin' Strikes,' has passed away at 82.
Christie's representative confirmed his death on June 18, with the date of death being June 17.
Christie's career began in the 1960s, with early hits like 'The Gypsy Cried' and 'Two Faces Have I'.
He was known for the song 'Rhapsody in the Rain,' which was banned from radio due to suggestive lyrics.
Christie performed as recently as 2023, and attributed his longevity to a peaceful lifestyle.
- Who
- Lou Christie, the singer of 'Lightnin' Strikes'.
- What
- Singer Lou Christie passed away.
- When
- He died on June 17.
- Where
- No specific location is mentioned in the articles.
- Why
- The cause of death was not revealed.
- Name
- Lou Christie
- Age at Death
- 82
- Date of Death
- June 17
- Known For
- Songs like 'Lightnin' Strikes', falsetto singing
- Started career
- 1960s
- Birthplace
- Pittsburgh