Big Maybelle

Big Maybelle
Background information
Birth nameMabel Louise Smith
Born(1924-05-01)May 1, 1924
Jackson, Tennessee, U.S.
DiedJanuary 23, 1972(1972-01-23) (aged 47)
Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.
GenresR&B, blues, gospel
OccupationVocalist
Years active1936–1972
LabelsKing Records, Okeh, Savoy, Epic, Brunswick, Scepter, Chess, Port, Rojac, Encore

Mabel Louise Smith (May 1, 1924 – January 23, 1972), known professionally as Big Maybelle, was an American R&B singer. Her 1956 hit single "Candy" received the Grammy Hall of Fame Award in 1999.

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