Historical Artist Profile

Lou Christie

Biography & Overview

Lugee Alfredo Giovanni Sacco (February 19, 1943 – June 18, 2025), known professionally by his stage name Lou Christie, was an American pop and soft rock singer-songwriter widely known for hits in the 1960s, including his 1966 U.S. chart-topper "Lightnin' Strikes" and 1969 UK number two hit "I'm Gonna Make You Mine".

🇺🇸 US Billboard Tracking History 5 Charted Tracks
"Lightnin' Strikes" Entered Charts: 1966
#1 HIT
"Two Faces Have I" Entered Charts: 1963
Peak: #6
"I'm Gonna Make You Mine" Entered Charts: 1969
Peak: #10
"Rhapsody In The Rain" Entered Charts: 1966
Peak: #16
"The Gypsy Cried" Entered Charts: 1963
Peak: #24
🇬🇧 UK Official Charts History 4 Charted Tracks
"I'm Gonna Make You Mine" Entered Charts: 1969
Peak: #2
"Lightning Strikes" Entered Charts: 1966
Peak: #11
"She Sold Me Magic" Entered Charts: 1969
Peak: #25
"Rhapsody In The Rain" Entered Charts: 1966
Peak: #37