Stonewall Jackson was one of the most popular country stars of the early '60s. He was named after the famous general Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, to whom he was related according to a family legend.

His most popular song was "Waterloo". The song predated the better known ABBA tune.

The song is a haunting but catchy tune which states that "Everybody has to meet his Waterloo", meaning their fate or comeuppance.