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Early Rock and Roll: Little Richard

Early Rock and Roll: Little Richard
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Little Richard was one of the most prominent performers of early rock and roll. In the mid-1950s, with his hair extended about six inches from his forehead, thick mascara around his eyes, and outrageous jackets, Little Richard represented the spirit of rebellion that lay at the core of rock and roll’s popularity among the American youth of the time. In 1955 Little Richard recorded his first hit, “Tutti Frutti,” which employed an African American tradition of wordplay and which set the standard for his subsequent songs, including “Good Golly Miss Molly” (1958).
The Everett Collection, Inc./"Good Golly Miss Molly" performed by Little Richard, from The Specialty Sessions (Cat.# Specialty SPCD-8508-2) (c) Jondora Music (BMI), Robin Hood Music, and Third Story Music. (p)1958 Specialty Records, Inc., 1992 Fantasy Records. All rights reserved.
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