About this song
“That’ll Be the Day” is a rock and roll classic by Buddy Holly & The Crickets, released in 1957. Written by Holly, Jerry Allison, and Norman Petty, the song was inspired by a line from the John Wayne movie The Searchers. Its upbeat rhythm, catchy guitar riff, and Holly’s unique vocal style helped it become a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The song marked a turning point in rock music and solidified Holly’s place as a pioneer of the genre.