Shake

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Year
1967
Peak Position
#47
Weeks on Chart
6
Total Ratings
0

Artist Bio:
Otis Redding was a highly influential American soul singer and songwriter born on September 9, 1941, in Dawson, Georgia. He rose to fame in the 1960s with his powerful voice and emotive performances, becoming one of the most prominent figures in soul music. Redding's hits include "Try a Little Tenderness," "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay," and "Respect," which was later popularized by Aretha Franklin. He was known for his raw, passionate vocal delivery and his ability to connect with audiences on a deep emotional level.


Tragically, Otis Redding's career was cut short when he died in a plane crash on December 10, 1967, at the age of 26. Despite his untimely death, his impact on music has endured, and he is remembered as one of the greatest soul singers of all time. Redding was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989, and his music continues to inspire musicians across genres to this day.

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