Charlie Thomas

American singer and songwriter

Charlie Thomas - American singer and songwriter
Born

April 7th, 1937
88 years ago

Died

2023
2 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Singer and songwriter gained prominence in the 1950s as a member of the Drifters. The group achieved significant success with hits such as 'Save the Last Dance for Me' and 'Up on the Roof'. Part of the rock and roll and R&B scene, contributed to the sound that characterized that era, becoming an influential figure in the development of rhythm and blues music.

Sang lead on 'There Goes My Baby'

Performed on hits like 'Under the Boardwalk'

Helped Drifters achieve multiple chart-topping singles

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