Doris Coley

American singer of The Shirelles

Doris Coley - American singer of The Shirelles
Born

August 2nd, 1941
84 years ago

Died

2000
25 years ago — 59 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A prominent singer, involved with the vocal group The Shirelles. The group emerged in the early 1960s, achieving significant success on the music charts. Their hit song 'Will You Love Me Tomorrow' became the first record by an all-female group to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The Shirelles contributed to the evolution of the girl group genre and had a substantial influence on the music industry.

Sang lead vocals on 'Will You Love Me Tomorrow'

Contributed to The Shirelles' induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

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