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Lee Dorsey

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American pop/R&B singer (1924-1986)

United StatesMusiciansLived 1926 to 1986 · aged 59
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Irving Lee Dorsey was an American pop and R&B singer during the 1960s. His biggest hits were "Ya Ya" (1961) and "Working in the Coal Mine" (1966). Much of his work was produced by Allen Toussaint, with instrumental backing provided by the Meters.

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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1926 to 1986 · aged 59
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