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Wilbert Harrison
American musician (–)
For the English footballer, see Wilbert Harrison (footballer).
Wilbert Harrison | |
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| Birth name | Wilbert Huntington Harrison |
| Born | ()January 5, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Died | October 26, () (aged&#;65) Spencer, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Genres | Rhythm and blues |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, musician |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, keyboards |
| Years active | – |
| Labels | Savoy Records, Sue Records, Fury, Sphere Sound, Juggernaut, Chelsea |
Musical artist
Wilbert Huntington Harrison (January 5, – October 26, )[1] was an American rhythm and blues singer, pianist, guitarist and harmonica player.[2]
Biography
Harrison was born in Charlotte, North Carolina.
He had a Billboard #1 record in with the song "Kansas City".[2] The song was written in and was one of the first credited collaborations by the team of Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. It sold over one million copies, and was awarded a gol