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Irving Lee Dorsey (December 24, 1924 – December 1, 1986) was an American pop and R&B singer during the 1960s. His biggest hits were "Ya Ya" (1961) and "Working in the Coal Mine" (1966). Much of his work was produced by Allen Toussaint, with instrumental backing provided by the Meters.
Divenne celebre nel 1961 con la canzone Ya Ya che raggiunse la settima posizione nelle charts USA. Ne furono fatte in seguito molte cover, tra cui quella di John Lennon (album Rock n Roll, 1975). Lee Dorsey morì poco prima di poter compiere 60 anni, per enfisema.
18 giu 2012 · Lee Dorsey (December 24, 1924 December 1, 1986) was an Afro-American pop/R&B singer during the 1960s. Much of his work was produced by Allen Toussaint with instrumental backing provided by the...
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Lee Dorsey. New Orleans R&B legend beloved for his good-humored music with a touch of second-line funk. Read Full Biography.
Lee Dorsey Biography. During the 1960s, Irving Lee Dorsey was a popular pop and R&B singer in the United States. “Ya Ya” (1961) and “Working in the Coal Mine” were two of his most successful singles (1966).
9 mar 2024 · Lee Dorsey is highly regarded in the annals of soul singers which have come out of New Orleans. Bursting upon the national charts in 1961 with his #1 hit “Ya Ya,” and subsequent songs, he was able to achieve success and recognition throughout the ‘60’s which has sustained his reputation.
