An American songwriter born in 1942, Layng Martine, Jr. is a prolific figure in country and popular music, known for penning numerous hit songs across several decades. His compositions, often characterized by their storytelling and catchy melodies, have been recorded by a wide array of prominent artists, securing his place as a significant contributor to the Nashville sound and beyond. He is particularly recognized for writing the Grammy-nominated "The Greatest Man I Never Knew" and the chart-topping "Rub It In."