Lonnie Donnegan

Lonnie Donnegan

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Lonnie Donnegan was a celebrated British skiffle musician and songwriter, best known for his hit 'World Cup Willie,' which celebrated the mascot of the 1966 FIFA World Cup. His music played a significant role in popularizing skiffle in the UK during the 1950s and 1960s, marking a vibrant era in British pop culture.

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Lonnie Donnegan is a skiffle legend who featured in a song about World Cup Willie.

The World Cup – soccer in general – seems to have escaped its once-stubborn naffness – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-07-05
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