Artist Bio:
Jackie Wilson was an American singer known for his impressive vocal range and energetic stage presence. Born on June 9, 1934, in Detroit, Michigan, Wilson rose to fame in the late 1950s and 1960s as a solo artist and as a member of the vocal group, the Dominoes. He was often referred to as "Mr. Excitement" due to his dynamic performances and charismatic persona on stage. Wilson's music style blended rhythm and blues with soul and rock and roll, influencing many artists that followed him.
Throughout his career, Wilson achieved multiple hit songs, including "Lonely Teardrops," "Higher and Higher," and "Baby Workout." He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987. Wilson's career was tragically cut short in 1975 when he suffered a heart attack while performing on stage, leaving him in a coma until his death in 1984. Despite his untimely passing, Jackie Wilson's impact on the music industry continues to be celebrated, and his music remains influential to this day.
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