Rufus Thomas

American soul/funk singer from Cayce, Mississippi (1917-2001). 'The World's Oldest Teenager.' 'Walking the Dog' (1963), 'Do the Funky Chicken' (1970), '(Do the) Push and Pull' (1970). Stax Records. Daughter Carla Thomas also a Stax star. Memphis music institution — DJ, comedian, performer. Wore short shorts and capes onstage at 80.