Wesley Wilson
Wesley Wilson | |
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| Birth name | Wesley Shellie Wilson |
| Also known as | Kid Wilson, Jenkins, Socks, Sox (or Socks) Wilson |
| Born | October 1, 1893 Jacksonville, Florida, United States |
| Died | October 10, 1958 (aged 65) Cape May Court House, New Jersey, United States |
| Genres | Blues, jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, piano, organ |
| Years active | 1900s–1940s |
| Labels | Paramount, various |
Wesley Shellie Wilson (October 1, 1893 – October 10, 1958), often credited as Kid Wilson, was an American blues and jazz singer and songwriter. His stagecraft and performances with his wife and musical partner, Coot Grant, were popular with African American audiences in the 1910s, 1920s and early 1930s.
His stage names included Kid Wilson, Jenkins, Socks, and Sox (or Socks) Wilson. His musical excursions included participation in the duo of Pigmeat Pete and Catjuice Charlie. His recordings include the songs "Blue Monday on Sugar Hill" and "Rasslin' till the Wagon Comes".