John hanington
Some of the most famous ballad writers are Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, and Bruce Springsteen. These artists are known for their storytelling abilities and lyrical prowess in the folk and rock genres.
Robin hood is the most famous ballad even though it originates from the thirteenh century.
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Ibn Khaldun
One of the most famous ballad writers is William Wordsworth, a prominent figure in the Romantic movement. His poem "Lucy Gray" is a well-known example of a ballad. Other notable ballad writers include Samuel Taylor Coleridge and Robert Burns.
Oscar Wilde - he is most famous for his story the happy prince though.
William Shakespeare...?
probably Micheal Foley
rabindranath tagore
Frank Mc court
william shakespeare
He is not exactly the most famous song writer. But he has written at least 3 Songs.