American singer-songwriter from Dawson, Georgia (1941–1967). King of soul music. 'Try a Little Tenderness,' 'These Arms of Mine,' '(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay' (released posthumously). Legendary performance at Monterey Pop Festival. Died in a plane crash at 26.

  • Born
    Sep 09, 1941
  • Authority
    Fan contributed