Lots of people think Dickie had a labotemy, but I have it on good authority he merely had a drug problem, which I understand he overcame before he died. GREAT SONG!
It was like an urban legend. The sheik of shake, had some issues, and was commited to a psych ward shortly after his glory years. He was troubled by alcoholsim, and thus his career was short. But, he will always be loved by rock and rollers, as his stuff was absolutely brilliant! Why do people believe urban legends? Beats me.
A great performer, and an electrifying act to watch. Check out the clip from Oh Boy 1959 when he sings Slippin and Slidin. He was only 17 at the time, but the authority and presence he displays are something very special indeed. Sadly missed.