Big Maybelle
Mabel Louise Smith (May 1, 1924 – January 23, 1972), known professionally as Big Maybelle, was an American R&B singer. Her 1956 hit single "Candy" received the Grammy Hall of Fame Award in 1999.
Big Maybelle | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Mabel Louise Smith |
| Born | May 1, 1924 Jackson, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Died | January 23, 1972 (aged 47) Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
| Genres | R&B, blues, gospel |
| Occupation(s) | Vocalist |
| Years active | 1936–1972 |
| Labels | King Records, Okeh, Savoy, Epic, Brunswick, Scepter, Chess, Port, Rojac, Encore |
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