George McCrae

Soul singer, 'Rock Your Baby'

George McCrae - Soul singer, 'Rock Your Baby'
Born

October 19th, 1944
80 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1944, a soul singer released the hit single 'Rock Your Baby' in 1974, which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song became a pioneering disco anthem and is regarded as one of the genre's classic tracks. Over the years, the artist released several albums, including 'George McCrae' and 'It's been a Long Time'. Collaborated with various musicians and contributed to the music industry with his smooth vocals and catchy melodies. The artist gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s, influencing subsequent generations of musicians.

Released the hit single 'Rock Your Baby'

Achieved number one on the Billboard Hot 100

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