Jack Fulton, born John Collins Fulton on June 13, 1903, in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, was a multifaceted American musician known for his contributions as a composer, trombonist, and vocalist. He began his musical journey at 17, playing the trombone at small-town dances. Fulton's career took off as he sang with the Mason-Dixon Orchestra and played trombone and sang with the George Olsen Orchestra. He was part of the trio that sang on the 1925 number one hit "Who?" alongside Bob Rice and Fran Frey.

In 1926, Fulton joined the prestigious Paul Whiteman Orchestra, where he provided vocals for numerous recordings. He was part of a trio with Charles Gaylord and Austin Young on the recording of "Makin' Whoopee" and collaborated with The Rhythm Boys on their 1927 recording of "Changes," accompanying Bing Crosby and Bix Beiderbecke. Fulton appeared in the film "King of Jazz," briefly singing "A Bench in the Park," and helped popularize the song "Body and Soul" in 1930. He introduced the song "How Deep Is the Ocean?" in 1932.

Fulton's talents extended to composition, having written around 120 songs, including "Wanted," "Until," "If You Are But a Dream," and "My Greatest Mistake," his first hit in 1940. He collaborated with Lois Steele to write Perry Como's 1954 hit "Wanted" and had another success with "Ivory Tower" in 1956, recorded by Cathy Carr and Gale Storm. His composition "If You Are But a Dream," co-written with Moe Jaffe, became a notable hit recorded by Frank Sinatra and others.

Fulton was also a staff musician at radio station WBBM in Chicago from 1935 to 1955. He passed away on November 13, 1993, in San Diego, California, leaving behind a rich legacy in the jazz and big band music scenes.