Harry “Haywire Mac” McClintock

Harry “Haywire Mac” McClintock

Harry Kirby McClintock, known professionally as "Haywire Mac," was an American musician and entertainer who worked as a railroad employee before establishing a career in music and broadcasting. Active from 1882 to 1957, he became a prominent figure in country and western music, performing as a singer, songwriter, and poet. Beyond his musical pursuits, McClintock appeared in films and maintained a presence as a radio personality. He is best remembered for composing "The Big Rock Candy Mountains," a piece that secured his lasting place in American folk and country music history.