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“When I started writing it was kind of hard getting people to do my stuff. They' say they couldn't do my style.”

Quote by Otis Blackwell

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Otis Blackwell was an American songwriter renowned for his contributions to the pop music genre. His work spanned a variety of musical styles, including rock, rhythm and blues, and soul. Blackwell collaborated with many famous artists, penning classic songs like 'Shout' by The Isley Brothers and 'Under the Boardwalk' by The Drifters. His musical career began in the 1950s and continued to influence music for decades to come. more

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