Big Maybelle
American singer (1924–1972) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Mabel Louise Smith (May 1, 1924 – January 23, 1972),[1] known professionally as Big Maybelle, was an American R&B singer. Her 1956 hit single "Candy" received the Grammy Hall of Fame Award in 1999.[2]
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Birth name | Mabel Louise Smith |
Born | (1924-05-01)May 1, 1924 Jackson, Tennessee, U.S. |
Died | January 23, 1972(1972-01-23) (aged 47) Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
Genres | R&B, blues, gospel |
Occupation(s) | Vocalist |
Years active | 1936–1972 |
Labels | King Records, Okeh, Savoy, Epic, Brunswick, Scepter, Chess, Port, Rojac, Encore |
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