Otis Redding was born in Dawson, GA on September 9, 1941. 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. He co-wrote “(Sittin’ on) The Dock of the Bay” with Steve Cropper, who also played guitar on the track. He sang for the Macon radio station WIBB every Sunday for six dollars. He had his own band called Otis and the Shooters.
On Popular Bio, He is one of the successful Blues Singer. He has ranked on the list of those famous people who were born on September 9, 1941. He is one of the Richest Blues Singer who was born in GA. He also has a position among the list of Most popular Blues Singer.
| Short Profile | |
|---|---|
| First Name | Otis |
| Last Name | Redding |
| Profession | Blues Singer |
| Died | Dec 10, 1967 ( age 26) |
| Birth Sign | Virgo |
| Birth Date | September 9, 1941 |
| Birth Place | Dawson, GA |
| Country | GA |
