William Bell
American soul singer and songwriter · United States · On the map · Musicians · Born 1939 · age 87
William Bell is an American soul singer and songwriter. As a performer, he is best known for his debut single, 1961's "You Don't Miss Your Water"; 1968's top 10 hit in the UK "Private Number", a duet with Judy Clay; and his only US top 40 hit, 1976's "Tryin' to Love Two", which also hit No. 1 on the R&B chart.
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Upon the death of Otis Redding, Bell released the well-received memorial song "A Tribute to a King".
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Born 1939 · age 87
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