Robert Gordy

American music publishing executive, recording artist, songwriter (1931–2022)

  • Fame44.2
  • Momentum0.0
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Lived 1931–2022, aged 91United States
United States flagUnited StatesMusiciansSinger / Musician
  • Era
    1931–2022
    Aged 91
  • Known for
    Lady Sings the Blues
    1972
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Updated 2026-06-18

Robert Louis Gordy was an American songwriter, music publishing executive, and recording artist under the stage name Bob Kayli. He released the minor hit song "Everyone Was There" in 1958. He was the brother of Motown founder Berry Gordy Jr. and uncle of Redfoo.

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