Little Richard

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Born
5 December 1932
Born In
Macon, Bibb County, Georgia, United States
Died
9 May 2020 (aged 87)
Richard Wayne Penniman (December 5, 1932 – May 9, 2020), better known by his stage name Little Richard, was an American singer-songwriter and pianist. He was a prominent figure in popular music for more than seven decades and is often associated with the early development of rock and roll. Much of his most influential work dates from the mid-1950s, when his energetic performances and music, characterised by fast-paced piano playing, a strong backbeat, and powerful raspy vocals, contributed to the emerging rock and roll sound. His vocal style and rhythmic approach also influenced the… read more
Richard Wayne Penniman (December 5, 1932 – May 9, 2020), better known by his stage name Little Richard, was an American singer-songwriter and pianist. He was a prominent figure in popular music for more than seven decades and is often associated with the early development of rock and roll. Mu… read more
Richard Wayne Penniman (December 5, 1932 – May 9, 2020), better known by his stage name Little Richard, was an American singer-songwriter and pianist. He was a prominent figure in popular music for more than seven decades and is often associated with the early development of rock and roll. Much of his most influential work dates from the mid-1950s, when his energ… read more

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1 Play track 18 Greatest Hits Tutti Frutti
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2 Play track Here's Little Richard [Remastered & Expanded] Long Tall Sally (The Thing)
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3 Play track 18 Greatest Hits Lucille
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4 Play track 100 Super Oldies Good Golly, Miss Molly
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5 Play track 18 Greatest Hits Rip It Up
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6 Play track 18 Greatest Hits Long Tall Sally
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7 Play track 18 Greatest Hits The Girl Can't Help It
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8 Play track 18 Greatest Hits Ready Teddy
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9 Play track Good Golly, Miss Molly Good Golly Miss Molly
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10 Play track 18 Greatest Hits Keep A Knockin'
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  1. 239,156 listeners

    1 Mar 1957 · 34 tracks

    Here's Little Richard (Deluxe Edition)
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  2. 160,389 listeners

    1958 · 2 tracks

    Good Golly, Miss Molly
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  3. 127,925 listeners

    1980 · 16 tracks

    The Georgia Peach
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  4. 100,195 listeners

    1985 · 18 tracks

    18 Greatest Hits
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