Blackwell wrote dozens of hit songs including ‘Don’t be Cruel’, ‘Return to Sender’, and ‘All shook-Up’. He died May 6, 2002 of a heart attack at the age of 70.
Otis Blackwell was an African-American songwriter, singer, and pianist, whose work significantly influenced rock and roll. Wikipedia
Born: February 16, 1931, Brooklyn, New York, NY
Died: May 6, 2002, Nashville, TN
Albums: 1952-1954, Let's Talk About Us, MORE
Songwriting partners: Elvis Presley, Eddie Cooley, Jimmy Jones, Luther Dixon, Winfield Scott, Jack Hammer
Awards: Rhythm and Blues Foundation Pioneer Award for Individual Artists
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