Otis Redding

Soul singer-songwriter with classic hits

Otis Redding - Soul singer-songwriter with classic hits
Born

September 9th, 1941
83 years ago

Died

December 10th, 1967
57 years ago — 26 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent figure in the soul music genre, contributions included powerful vocal performances and emotive songwriting. Redding's career began in the early 1960s, gaining attention with songs that featured a blend of gospel influences and rhythm and blues. The release of the iconic track 'Try a Little Tenderness' in 1966 solidified his position in the music scene. Other major hits such as '(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay' showcased his ability to convey deep emotion through music. Tragically, a plane crash in 1967 cut his life short, yet his influence on subsequent artists and the genre remains significant.

Released the hit song '(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay'

Had a successful career with multiple chart-topping singles

Influenced later generations of musicians and soul artists

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