Bobby Rogers

Singer-songwriter and member of The Miracles

Bobby Rogers - Singer-songwriter and member of The Miracles
Born

February 19th, 1940
85 years ago

Died

March 3rd, 2013
12 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Co-founded the Motown group The Miracles, which gained popularity in the 1960s. Contributed significantly to the development of the Motown sound with hit songs and performances. Played a vital role in the writing and production of several tracks in The Miracles' discography. The group is notably recognized for hits like 'Shop Around' and 'You've Really Got a Hold on Me'.

Co-founded The Miracles

Contributed to hits like 'Shop Around'

Played a role in Motown's early success

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