Artist Bio:
Ruth Brown was an American R&B singer and actress, born on January 12, 1928, in Portsmouth, Virginia, and passed away on November 17, 2006. She was known as the "Queen of R&B" and was a prominent figure in the music industry during the 1950s. Brown was one of the first artists to record for Atlantic Records and played a significant role in the development of R&B music.
Brown's career spanned over six decades, during which she released numerous hits such as "Teardrops from My Eyes," "5-10-15 Hours," and "Mama He Treats Your Daughter Mean." She was also a successful actress, appearing in films like "Hairspray" and winning a Tony Award for her role in the Broadway musical "Black and Blue." Ruth Brown was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993, recognizing her contributions to the music industry and her influence on future generations of artists.
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