Bertie Higgins

Bertie Higgins is a singer-songwriter from Tampa, Florida who had his moment in the early 1980s. His song 'Key Largo' became a hit in 1982, reaching the top of charts in several countries. That track, with its nostalgic references to the Bogart and Bacall film, defined his brief period of commercial success.

He released three studio albums in the 1980s, starting with 'Just Another Day in Paradise' in 1982. The title track from that album and 'Casablanca' were among his other notable songs. His music generally fell into a pop category with some country and soft rock touches.

After the mid-1980s, Higgins' recording activity slowed considerably. He was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in the early 1990s, which affected his career. There were also some legal issues around that time involving financial disputes and drug possession charges.

For most listeners, Bertie Higgins remains the guy who sang 'Key Largo.' That one song has outlasted everything else in his catalog, keeping his name familiar decades after its release.