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Wilson (1934-1984) was a soul singer known as "Mr. Entertainment". He is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and is probably best known for his singles "Reet Petite" from 1956, "Lonely Teardrops" from 1959, and "(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher" from 1967. After collapsing onstage in 1975, he remained in a coma until his death over eight years later. "Jackie Wilson was one of the most important agents of black pop's transition from R&B into soul. In terms of vocal power (especially in the upper register), few could outdo him; he was also an electrifying on-stage showman." -- All Music Guide

Resources in This Category

• All Music Guide: Jackie Wilson

  http://www.allmusic.com/artist/jackie-wilson-p5843
  Profile, and discography with reviews.

• History of Rock: Jackie Wilson

  http://www.history-of-rock.com/jackie_wilson.htm
  Biography with photos.

• Jackie Wilson Story: The Man, The Music & The Mob

  http://www.soul-patrol.com/soul/jackie.html
  Synopsis of the book by author Tony Douglas.

• Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Jackie Wilson

  http://rockhall.com/inductees/jackie-wilson/
  Inductee profile and timeline.

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