Johnnie Taylor
R&B Singer

Johnnie Taylor Net Worth

Johnnie Taylor was a legendary singer who spanned five decades of work, singing in a variety of genres from doo-wop to disco to R&B and soul. He was born on May 5, 1934 in Crawfordsville, AR and is remembered for his incredible vocal range and soulful sound.
Johnnie Taylor is a member of R&B Singer

Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day May 5, 1934
Birth Place Crawfordsville, AR
Age 86 YEARS OLD
Died On May 31, 2000 (age 66)
Birth Sign Taurus

💰 Net worth: $2 million (2024)

About

Legendary singer who sang music in a variety of genres, from doo-woop to disco to R&B and soul, over five decades of work.

Before Fame

His first musical group out of school was for the gospel group Highway QC's, founded by a young Sam Cooke, whom Taylor replaced.

Trivia

He was honored with the Pioneer Award by the Rhythm and Blues Foundation after turning to the genre in the late 1960s and recording over a dozen hits.

Family Life

He was born in Crawfordsville, Arkansas and he grew up in nearby West Memphis.

Associated With

After signing with Stax Records in 1966, he began recording with the house band Booker T. & the MGs and their Guitarist Steve Cropper.

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