Howard Ellington Riddiford Barnes (1 November 1909 – 28 December 1991), sometimes known as "Boogie" Barnes, was an English popular song lyricist.Barnes was born in Fulham, London. As an amateur footballer in 1930, he joined Wimbledon F.C., playing as an inside-left. He also played for Crystal Palace F.C. in the 1934/35 season before returning to Wimbledon. In January 1936, he played in the England amateur international trial, but never played at international level. In 1937 he joined Charlton F.C.