(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay

Song Info:
"(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay" is a soul song recorded by Otis Redding. It was released as a single on January 8, 1968, by Stax Records. The song was written by Redding and Steve Cropper and became Redding's first posthumous release after he tragically died in a plane crash in December 1967.

Artist Bio:
Otis Redding was an influential American soul singer and songwriter born on September 9, 1941, in Dawson, Georgia. He started his music career in the 1960s and quickly rose to fame with his powerful and emotional performances. Redding became known for his distinctive voice and energetic stage presence, earning him the title "King of Soul." Throughout his career, he released numerous hit songs and is considered one of the greatest soul singers of all time. Tragically, Redding's life was cut short at the age of 26, but his music continues to inspire generations of artists and fans.