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Chesney Lee Hawkes (born 22 September 1971), is an England|English pop singer, songwriter, and occasional actor. He is best known for his 1991 single (music)|single "The One and Only (song)|The One and Only", which topped the music chart|charts in the United Kingdom|UK and went Top 10 in the U.S.

Life and career
Hawkes was born in Slough, Berkshire, and attended Charters School in Sunningdale. His father is the singer Len 'Chip' Hawkes, formerly with the 1960s band (music)|band The Tremeloes. Chesney was named after the singer and comedian, Chesney Allen.

Hawkes' career began at 19, when he appeared as the title character in the film ''Buddy's Song.'' In March 1991, he released his biggest single "The One and Only (song)|The One And Only," from the film's soundtrack. Written By Nik Kershaw, the song was later featured in the opening credits of ''Doc Hollywood'' (1991), starring Michael J. Fox. The single spent five weeks at Chart-topper|number one. He has released eight singles including "I'm a Man Not a Boy" and "Another Fine Mess."

In 1993, his single "What's Wrong With This Picture?" reached number 63 in the United Kingdom|UK, and his 2002 collaboration with Adam Schlessinger of Fountains of Wayne, "Stay Away Baby Jane," reached number 74 in the UK Singles Chart.

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