Sheb Wooley, born Shelby Fredrick Wooley on April 10, 1921, in Erick, Oklahoma, United States, was a notable figure in the country music genre. He gained widespread fame with his novelty song "The Purple People Eater," which remains his most popular track. In addition to his music career, Wooley is credited with the creation of the infamous "Wilhelm Scream," a sound effect used in numerous films. He also released novelty songs under the pseudonym Ben Colder. Wooley's contributions to music and sound have left a lasting impact on both the music and film industries.