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The song was written about Mary Ann Fisher (1923–2004), a singer who had recently joined Charles band as a featured vocalist in his touring shows. Despite Charles' marriage, the two became lovers, and Fisher appears on a number of his Atlantic recordings.
Mary Ann Fisher, who, according to Charles’ autobiography, served as his inspiration for the songs “Mary Ann,” “What Would I Do Without You” and “Leave My Woman Alone”—joined Ray on tour in 1955 and performed vocals in the act even after the 1957 addition of the Raelettes; she left the band (and her romance with Charles) in 1958.
Nov 3, 2023 · Fisher, Mary Ann (born: 1923 - died: 2004) Born in Henderson, KY, Fisher was a rhythm and blues singer whose career began in Louisville, KY. She toured with Ray Charles, with whom she had a relationship, and also toured with others before becoming a solo act and later returning to Louisville.
Mary Ann Fisher. Mary Ann Fisher was born in Henderson, Kentucky. During her childhood, Fisher and some of her eight siblings were placed in the Kentucky Home Society for Colored Children in Louisville. Fisher was adopted after her first year at the orphanage.
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