Hank Williams, Jr. (born May 26, 1949) is a country singer, son of country music pioneer Hank Williams and father of Hank III and Holly Williams. He began performing when eight years old, and in 1963 made his recording debut with 'Lone Gone Lonesome Blues', a staple of his father's career. By the mid-1970s, Williams had finally found the musical direction that would, eventually, make him a superstar. He became best known for hits like 'Family Tradition' and 'Born to Boogie'.