February 15, 1918 Hank Locklin is born in McLellan, Florida. In 1960, "Please Help Me, I'm Falling" became his signature song -- spending 14 weeks at #1 on Billboard magazine's Hot Country Singles chart. He had 70 chart singles in all. Hank passed away in 2009 at age 91. | GatorRock

Hank Locklin - Please Help Me, I'm Falling Hank Locklin, one of the finest voices in classic country music, left a lasting impression on listeners with his timeless hit "Please Help Me, I’m Falling." Released in 1960, the song quickly became a sensation, soaring to the #1 spot on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and holding that position for an incredible 14 consecutive weeks. Beyond the country charts, the song also reached #8 on the Billboard Hot 100, a remarkable achievement for a countr