Shirley Owens

American singer of The Shirelles

Shirley Owens - American singer of The Shirelles
Born

June 10th, 1941
83 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A prominent singer emerged in the early 1960s. Originated from Passaic, New Jersey, formed a group known as The Shirelles. The Shirelles were one of the first all-female groups to achieve mainstream success in pop music. Their distinctive sound captured audience attention and influenced future generations of female artists. The group's hit songs include 'Will You Love Me Tomorrow' and 'Tonight's the Night'. They played a significant role in the development of the girl group genre.

Achieved a number one hit with 'Will You Love Me Tomorrow'

Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1996

Pioneered the girl group sound in pop music

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