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Bookmark or Share- Jackie Wilson - New World EncyclopediaJack Leroy "Jackie" Wilson (June 9, 1934 – January 21, 1984) was an American soul and R&B singer, born in Detroit, Michigan. His energetic stage and singing style earned him the title "Mr. Excitement" and he scored major hits with “Lonely Teardrops” and “(Your Love Has Lifted Me) Higher and Higher” in 1959 and 1967, respectively.
- Jackie Wilson - Songs, Children & Death - BiographyJackie Wilson was a dynamic and powerful soul performer during the 1950s and '60s who successfully crossed over from rhythm and blues to pop music.
- Jackie Wilson - WikipediaJack Leroy Wilson Jr. (June 9, 1934 – January 21, 1984), also known as Jackie Wilson, was an American singer who was a prominent figure in the transition of rhythm and blues into soul. Nicknamed "Mr. Excitement", he was considered a master showman and one of the most dynamic singers and performers in soul, R&B, and rock and roll history.
- Jackie Wilson - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaJack Leroy "Jackie" Wilson, Jr. (June 9, 1934 – January 21, 1984) was an American singer and performer. He was called " Mr. Excitement ". Wilson helped to change rhythm and blues into soul .
- Jackie Wilson - Rock & Roll Hall of FameCall him what you will—Mr. Excitement, the black Elvis—Jackie Wilson can’t be put into words. Jackie Wilson’s athleticism, energy and raw sexual magnetism whipped audiences into a frenzy. He could deliver a pitch-perfect performance all while spinning, jumping and dropping to a split.
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