Luther Dixon (August 7, 1931 – October 22, 2009) was an influential American songwriter, record producer, and singer. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, he moved to Brooklyn, New York, during his youth and developed his singing skills in church. Dixon began his music career in 1954 with the doo-wop group the Four Buddies, where he sang baritone and occasionally played guitar. The group recorded under various names for labels such as Savoy Records, Decca Records, and Glory Records. After the group disbanded in 1955, Dixon continued to write songs, achieving early success with "Why Baby Why," recorded by Pat Boone.

Dixon co-wrote several hits in the late 1950s, including "Just Born (To Be Your Baby)" for Perry Como and "16 Candles" for the Crests. He also collaborated on "Doncha' Think It's Time," recorded by Elvis Presley. In 1960, Dixon began working with the Shirelles at Scepter Records, helping to shape their signature sound. He produced and co-wrote several hits for the group, including "Tonight's the Night" and "Baby It's You," the latter of which was later covered by the Beatles. Dixon's work with the Shirelles helped them achieve significant chart success, including the No. 1 hit "Soldier Boy."

Dixon's influence extended beyond the Shirelles, as he wrote and produced for other artists on the Wand and Scepter labels. Notably, he co-wrote "Big Boss Man" for Jimmy Reed, a song recognized by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Despite an attempt to establish his own label, Ludix Records, Dixon's most enduring legacy remains his contributions to the sound and success of the girl group era.