Otis Redding was a legendary soul and blues singer-songwriter and producer born on September 9, 1941 in Dawson, GA. He is best known for his posthumous hit single "(Sittin' on) The Dock of the Bay", which became the first single to top the Billboard 100 after his death. Redding's music continues to be celebrated and remembered to this day.
Otis Redding is a member of Blues Singer
Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $10 million (2024)
About
Soul and blues singer-songwriter and Producer best known for the song "(Sittin' on) The Dock of the Bay." Released after his death, it became the first single to posthumously top the Billboard 100.
Before Fame
He sang for the Macon radio station WIBB every Sunday for six dollars. He had his own band called Otis and the Shooters.
Trivia
He is considered the King of Soul and influenced many groups, such as The Beatles, The Doors, and Led Zeppelin.
Family Life
He married Zelma Atwood on August 17, 1961, and they had four children together.
Associated With
He co-wrote "(Sittin' on) The Dock of the Bay" with Steve Cropper, who also played guitar on the track.
