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Roy Hawkins
American musician · United States · On the map · Musicians · Lived 1903 to 1974 · aged 71
Roy Theodore Hawkins was an American blues singer, pianist, and songwriter. After working in clubs, he broke through with his 1950 song "Why Do Things Happen to Me" inspired by an auto accident which paralyzed his right arm.
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About this person
Several of his songs, most notably "The Thrill Is Gone", were covered by later artists, including Ray Charles, B.B. King, and James Brown.
Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1903 to 1974 · aged 71
