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Phyllis Hyman

American rhythm-and-blues singer (1949-1995) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 45

Phyllis Linda Hyman was an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Hyman's music career spanned the late 1970s through the early 1990s, and she was best known for her expansive contralto range.

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Theatre World Award1981

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Some of her most notable songs are "You Know How to Love Me" (1979), "Living All Alone" (1986) and "Don't Wanna Change the World" (1991). Hyman is also known for her covers of popular songs, which include renditions of "Betcha by Golly, Wow", "Here's That Rainy Day", and "What You Won't Do For Love".

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United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1949 to 1995 · aged 45

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