Spotify Release Info
Track: One-Way Ticket To Nowhere (It's The End Of The Ride)
Artist: Jean Knight
Album: Mr. Big Stuff
Artist Bio
Name: Jean Knight
Spotify Genres: classic soul, motown, soul
Followers: 36,822
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Biography
American Soul/R&B/Funk Singer Born: January 26, 1943, Crescent City, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA Died: November 22, 2023, Tampa, Florida, USA Jean Knight was a significant figure in the American soul, R&B, and funk music scene. Her career in music began in 1965, but she only rose to fame after signing a contract with Stax Records in 1970. Her most notable hit from this period was "Mr. Big Stuff," which achieved a No. 2 spot on the US charts. During the second half of the 1970s, Knight was primarily seen performing on stage. In 1981, she re-emerged in the singles market, releasing new music and continuing her recording career. From the 1990s onwards, Knight focused more on live performances, though she continued to release music until the end of the decade. Knight's contributions to the R&B, funk, and soul genres were marked by her distinctive voice and captivating performances. Her legacy is remembered through her enduring hit "Mr. Big Stuff" and her influence on the development of soul and funk music.
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1.Mr. Big StuffMr. Big Stuff
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2.Do MeMr. Big Stuff
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3.You Think You're Hot StuffMr. Big Stuff
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5.Mr. Big Stuff (Rerecorded)Miss Big Stuff
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6.My Toot TootMy Toot Toot
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7.Take Him (You Can Have My Man)Mr. Big Stuff
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8.Don't Talk About JodyMr. Big Stuff
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9.You City SlickerMr. Big Stuff
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10.Carry OnMr. Big Stuff
Discogs Release Info
Release: Jean Knight - Mr. Big Stuff
Year: 1971
Genres: Funk / Soul
Styles: Soul