Van McCoy

American musician, producer and songwriter (1940–1979)

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Lived 1940–1979, aged 39United States

United States MusiciansSinger / Musician

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16 languages
Cross-language footprint
Era
1940–1979
Aged 39
Known for
Sextette
1978

Summary

Updated 2026-07-21

Van Allen Clinton McCoy was an American record producer, arranger, songwriter and singer. He is known for his 1975 internationally successful hit "The Hustle". He has approximately 700 song copyrights to his credit, and produced songs by such recording artists as Brenda & the Tabulations; David Ruffin; The Stylistics; The Presidents; Faith, Hope & Charity; New Censation; Gladys Knight & the Pips; Aretha Franklin; Peaches & Herb; Lesley Gore; and Stacy Lattisaw.