Guide Note

Wilson Pickett was a famous R&B; and soul singer best known for his raspy voice and energetic performances.

Pickett recorded over 50 songs that charted on U.S. R&B; charts with some songs crossing over to the pop charts as well. Pickett's passionate vocal delivery developed when he was a child singing in Baptist church choirs.

Fast Facts

Origin: Detroit, Michigan
Born: March 18, 1941
Died: January 19, 2006
Years Active: 1959-2004
Labels: Atlantic Records, Stax Records, RCA
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Inductee 1991

Influence

His songs have been recorded by Led Zeppelin, Van Halen, The Rolling Stones, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Bruce Springsteen, Los Lobos, and Ani DiFranco and many others.

Categories

Entertainment | Music | Soul | R&B | Blues | Singer-Songwriter

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Billboard.com: "Wilson Pickett Leads W.C. Handy Awards" (May 26, 2000)
Rolling Stone: "Soul Man on Ice: Wilson Pickett" (February 8, 1979)

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