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Percy Mayfield was an American rhythm and blues singer and songwriter, known for his smooth vocal style and songs like "Please Send Me Someone to Love" and "Hit the Road Jack". He was injured in a car accident in 1952, which ended his performing career but not his songwriting, and collaborated with Ray Charles and Johnny "Guitar" Watson later in his life.
from the album = poet of the blues (specialty records - 1990 - CDCHD 283)
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Percy Mayfield was a US R&B vocalist and composer who wrote "Hit the Road, Jack" and had a hit with "Please Send Me Someone to Love". Explore his albums, reviews, videos and more on Discogs.
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Jun 2, 2016 · Learn about the life and songs of Percy Mayfield, a Louisiana-born, L.A.-based singer/songwriter who wrote classics such as "Please Send Me Someone To Love" and "Hit the Road, Jack". Discover how he explored the darker side of the human psyche and influenced many artists with his unique style and language.
Learn about Percy Mayfield, a blues singer and songwriter who wrote hits like "Please Send Me Someone to Love" and "Hit the Road Jack". Find out about his life, career, influences, and legacy in this comprehensive article.
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A masterful songwriter whose touching blues ballad "Please Send Me Someone to Love," a multi-layered universal lament, was a number one R&B hit in 1950, Perc...
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